Aabeer Gulaal
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| Directed by | Aarti S. Bagdi |
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| Cinematography | Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni |
| Edited by | Aakash Yadav |
| Music by | Amit Trivedi |
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Running time | 133 minutes[1] |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | Hindi |
Aabeer Gulaal is a 2025 Hindi-language romantic comedy film produced by Vivek Agrawal and directed by Aarti S. Bagdi. The film stars Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor.[2][3] it was scheduled for release on 9 May 2025. The film's release was delayed following the 2025 Pahalgam attack and ensuing India–Pakistan diplomatic tensions.[4]
The film released on 12 September 2025 in many countries excluding India and Pakistan.[5]
Premise
When spirited Gulaal escapes an arranged marriage and lands in London, she crashes into the life of Aabeer Singh — a guarded restaurateur with a complicated past. Their lives collide through chaos, dance classes, and unexpected late-night rescues. What begins as rivalry slowly simmers into something deeper neither is ready for. But love demands more than chemistry — it asks them both to heal, forgive, and grow.
Cast
- Fawad Khan as Aabeer Singh
- Vaani Kapoor as Gulaal Bajaj
- Riddhi Dogra as Avantika
- Lisa Haydon as Laila
- Farida Jalal as Nani
- Soni Razdan as Sushma
- Parmeet Sethi as Suresh
- Rahul Vohra as Dinesh
- Amrit Sandhu as Ruchita
- Sujoy De as Harry
- Dev Agrawal as Aman
- Hiten Patel as Mr. Suri
- Sophie Lovell Anderson as Vicky
- Mohammed Ibrahim hoque as Hassan
- Gandhar Babre as Mr. Khatri
Production
Development
The film was initially titled Abir Gulaal, which was later changed to Aabeer Gulaal.[6]
Filming
The film was first reported to be in development in July 2024.[7] It is directed by Aarti S. Bagdi and produced by Indian Stories and A Richer Lens Entertainment. Producers include Vivek Agrawal, Avantika Hari and Rakesh Sippy.[8]
The cast is led by Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor, Riddhi Dogra, Lisa Haydon, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, Parmeet Sethi and Rahul Vohra.[9][10] The film has a supporting cast from India and UK.[11]
Principal photography took place in London, England from 29 September 2024 with a filming schedule lasting into October and November.[12][13]
Soundtrack
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| Released | 19 April 2025 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 21:16 | ||||
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| Label | Saregama | ||||
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All lyrics are written by Kumaar; all music is composed by Amit Trivedi.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Khudaya Ishq" | Arijit Singh, Shilpa Rao | 3:34 |
| 2. | "Angreji Rangrasiya" | Amit Trivedi, Chotu Khan, Akanksha Sethi | 3:51 |
| 3. | "Tain Tain" | Amit Trivedi, Dimple Saikia | 2:45 |
| 4. | "Doriyaan" | Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal | 4:47 |
| 5. | "Khalbaliyaan" | Simran Choudhary, Taylor Jones | 2:42 |
| 6. | "On The Way" | Raghav Chaitanya, Akanksha Sethi | 3:37 |
| Total length: | 21:16 | ||
Release
Aabeer Gulaal, was initially scheduled for theatrical release on 9 May 2025. However, following the Pahalgam attack in April 2025, which resulted in significant casualties, the film's release faced substantial opposition.[14]Indian government sources confirmed that the movie would not be allowed to release in India due to heightened political tensions between Pakistan and India and calls for a ban on Pakistani artists in Indian cinema.[15] Subsequently, Pakistani authorities also decided to ban the film, citing the involvement of Indian actress Vaani Kapoor.[16] The film released on 12 September 2025 in about 75 countries excluding India and Pakistan.[17]
References
- ^"Aabeer Gulaal". British Board of Film Classification.
- ^"Fawad Khan's 'Abir Gulaal' marks his long-awaited return to Indian cinema in 2025". The Times of India. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^"Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor's look from 'Abir Gulaal' out, fans excited". ANI. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^Ramachandran, Naman (1 April 2025). "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Romantic Comedy 'Abir Gulaal' Sets Release, Unveils Teaser (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety.
- ^"Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor's Abir Gulaal skips India; set for global release on this date". WION. 23 August 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^"Aabeer Gulaal: Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor's Film Gets New Title And Release Date, Skips Indian Theatres". Times Now News. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^Yadav, Monica (3 July 2024). "Fawad Khan signs Bollywood film after 8 years opposite Vaani Kapoor; film to go on floors in September 2024 in London". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^Ramachandran, Naman (6 October 2024). "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Commence Romantic Comedy 'Abir Gulaal' in London (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^"Fawad Khan to make Bollywood comeback in romantic comedy Abir Gulaal with Vaani Kapoor, see first look". The Indian Express. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^"Ridhi Dogra checked with authorities before signing Abir Gulaal with Fawad Khan". India Today. 12 November 2024. Archived from the original on 12 November 2024. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^"Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor to star in 'Abir Gulaal', makers release first look from film". Deccan Herald. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^"Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor filming romantic comedy in London". Telangana Today. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^"EXCLUSIVE: Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor to wrap cross-border romantic comedy Abir Gulaal in London on November 11". Bollywood Hungama. 10 November 2024. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^"Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor condemn Pahalgam terror attack; FWICE declares they won't let Abir Gulaal release in India: 'Blanket boycott on all Pak artistes'". The Indian Express. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^"Pak Actor Fawad Khan's Film 'Abir Gulaal' Won't Release In India: Sources". NDTV. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^"Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal banned in Pakistan as well!". Samaa News. 30 April 2025. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^"EXCLUSIVE: Trailer of Aabeer Gulaal to release on August 28 at 1 PM; Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor starrer to release worldwide, excluding India, on September 12". Bollywood Hungama. 28 August 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
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