The recent India-Pakistan tensions have sent shockwaves through the country and the film industry. In a show of solidarity, many singers have postponed their music concerts, and filmmakers have delayed the release of their movies. One such film is ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf,’ starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi. After initially planning an OTT premiere on May 16, 2025, the makers have now announced a new release date.
A Legal Dispute Resolved
The production house, Maddock Films, had initially announced that ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ would premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 16, 2025. However, this decision was met with resistance from PVR INOX, a major multiplex chain, which felt that the decision was not in line with their agreement. PVR INOX claimed that the production house’s decision would result in a loss of ₹60 crore and filed a lawsuit against them for breach of contract. It appears that the legal dispute between the two parties has now been resolved.
The film’s new release date has been announced, and it will now hit theaters on May 23, 2025. According to a joint statement released by Maddock Films founder Dinesh Vijan and PVR INOX’s Kamal Gianchandani, the decision to release ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ in theaters was made after consulting with all stakeholders.
A Romantic Comedy
Directed by Karan Sharma, ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’ is a romantic comedy that promises to be a fun, family-friendly film. Maddock Films has a track record of producing successful movies, including ‘Love Aaj Kal,’ ‘Cocktail,’ ‘Badlapur,’ ‘Hindi Medium,’ ‘Stree,’ ‘Luka Chuppi,’ ‘Bala,’ ‘Mimi,’ ‘Dasvi,’ ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya,’ ‘Munjha,’ ‘Stree 2,’ and ‘Chhaava.’