Kartik Aaryan Goes Intense in Anurag Basu’s Upcoming Musical with Sreeleela; Fans Compare to ‘Rockstar’ and ‘Kabir Singh’

By Mahima Pandey
February 15, 2025 | 08:56 PM IST

Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan is back with a powerful and emotional look in the teaser for Anurag Basu’s upcoming musical, alongside actress Sreeleela. Fans are already drawing comparisons to cult classics like Rockstar and Kabir Singh.

Kartik Aaryan’s New Musical Creates Buzz

• In 2022, Kartik Aaryan and filmmaker Anurag Basu announced their much-anticipated collaboration, originally titled Aashiqui 3.
• Over the last few months, the film has remained in the spotlight, particularly with the entry and exit of actress Triptii Dimri.
• Speculations suggested that her image after Animal (2023) did not align with the film’s vision.
• However, in an interview with HT City, Anurag Basu clarified that the film’s title has been changed and that Triptii left due to scheduling conflicts.
• Now, with the teaser finally released, it has been confirmed that Sreeleela has joined the project as the female lead.

Sreeleela’s Bollywood Debut with Kartik Aaryan

• Sreeleela, who gained widespread recognition for her dance number Kissik in Pushpa 2: The Rule, is making her Bollywood debut with this film.
• The project, helmed by Anurag Basu and featuring music by Pritam, remains untitled.
• The teaser features Kartik performing Tu Hi Aashiqui Hai, indicating a passionate and intense love story.
• Kartik’s long-haired, scruffy look with a guitar immediately reminded fans of Ranbir Kapoor’s Rockstar (2011) and Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh (2019).
• One fan commented, “Rockstar x Kabir Singh?” while another wrote, “If Kabir Singh and Jordan had a kid.”

Excitement Over Kartik & Sreeleela’s Chemistry

• Fans have expressed enthusiasm for this fresh pairing, with one social media user writing, “Sreeleela looks stunning opposite him. Can’t wait for this!”
• Another comment read, “That’s a hot-looking couple! 🔥🔥”
• The film is set for a Diwali 2025 release and will clash with Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s horror comedy Thama.

With its intriguing teaser and Kartik’s intense transformation, this musical is already generating massive excitement. Are you looking forward to it? Stay tuned for more updates!

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