Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor are set to light up the big screen in the upcoming romantic comedy Abir Gulaal, which has officially set its release date for May 9, 2025.

The film, which is directed by Aarti S. Bagdi, has also dropped its first teaser, giving audiences a glimpse into its storyline and the chemistry between the two lead stars.

The plot of Abir Gulaal is set in London, following the development of a love story with various twists and moments of connection. The film aims to explore themes of romance and personal growth.

Fawad Khan, known for his roles in Khoobsurat (2014) and Kapoor & Sons (2016), returns to Bollywood for this project. His recent work includes The Legend of Maula Jatt (2022) and Ms. Marvel (2022).

Vaani Kapoor, recognised for her performance in Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui (2021), plays the female lead. Vaani Kapoor also has roles in the upcoming Netflix series Mandala Murders and the Bollywood film Badtameez Gill.

Abir Gulaal is produced by Indian Stories, A Richer Lens, and Aarjay Pictures. The producers include Vivek B. Agrawal, Avantika Hari, and Rakesh Sippy. The film is directed by Aarti S. Bagdi.

The film follows the Bombay High Court’s 2023 ruling that dismissed a petition seeking to ban Pakistani artists from working in India.