Hold onto your popcorn, folks! There’s big news brewing for the film ‘Abir Gulaal,’ starring Vaani Kapoor and Pakistani artist Fawad Khan. This movie has been on quite a roller coaster ride. It was supposed to hit screens in India a while back, but a major event in Kashmir put the brakes on its release.
A Film’s Long Road to Release
The delay happened after a tragic incident in Pahalgam, Kashmir, this past April. Terrorists attacked Indian tourists, and about 26 people lost their lives. Many others were injured. This caused a wave of sorrow and anger across the country. People then called for boycotting films featuring Pakistani artists. They felt that if Pakistani terrorists attack India, their movies should not be released there. This public outcry stopped ‘Abir Gulaal’ in its tracks. The film was originally set for a May 9, 2025 release.
Taking a Cunning Playbook
Now, the makers of ‘Abir Gulaal’ are getting clever. They’re looking to follow a strategy seen recently with Diljit Dosanjh’s film, ‘Sardar Ji 3.’ That movie saw a worldwide release but didn’t show in India. Reports suggest ‘Abir Gulaal’ will adopt a similar plan. According to Biz Asia Live, the film is now set to release globally by the end of this August. It might not even hit theaters in India.
New Details Emerge
The buzz is that the film’s name might even change. It’s currently ‘Abir Gulaal,’ but it could become ‘Aabeer Gulaal.’ Aarti S. Bagdi directed this film. It seems after a long wait, and navigating tough real-world issues, ‘Abir Gulaal’ is finally ready to meet its global audience.
