Aanand L Rai on Why ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ Could Only Happen Now, and Only With Dhanush

MUMBAI, India — November 1, 2025: Years after redefining cinematic love with Raanjhanaa, Aanand L Rai and Dhanush are reuniting for a heartfelt new story titled Tere Ishk Mein. Set to release on November 28, 2025, the film isn’t a sequel but rather a continuation of an emotion they began exploring years ago — one that has only deepened with time.

A Reunion Born from Unfinished Feelings

“After our last movie, there were emotions we couldn’t let go of,” shares Aanand L Rai. “Dhanush and I kept revisiting that space — what happens to love when innocence fades and time changes people? That unfinished thought eventually became Tere Ishk Mein.”

Moreover, the film marks the reunion of an exceptional creative team — A.R. Rahman composing the music, Irshad Kamil penning the lyrics, and Bhushan Kumar and Aanand L Rai producing under T-Series and Colour Yellow Productions. Together, they aim to create an experience that blends passion, poetry, and pure emotion.

Love, Loss, and Change

For Rai, Tere Ishk Mein is much more than just a love story. Instead, it’s a reflection of how time, life, and emotion intertwine. The film explores how love evolves — from innocence to heartbreak — and how loss transforms those who experience it. As a result, it promises to deliver an emotionally layered story that mirrors the complexities of real life.

Music and Performances to Remember

With Dhanush’s quiet intensity, Kriti Sanon’s commanding presence, and A.R. Rahman’s haunting melodies, Tere Ishk Mein is expected to revive the magic of timeless cinematic romance. Furthermore, the teaser offers a glimpse into a world filled with passion, longing, and vulnerability — emotions that feel raw, real, and unforgettable.

A Story That Could Only Happen Now

According to Rai, Tere Ishk Mein is a story that “could only happen now, and only with Dhanush.” It captures a mature kind of love — one that refuses to fade, no matter how much time passes. Ultimately, the film is not about where love begins, but about how it changes us by the time it ends.

Film Information

Title: Tere Ishk Mein
Cast: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon
Director: Aanand L Rai
Writers: Himanshu Sharma, Neeraj Yadav
Music: A.R. Rahman
Lyrics: Irshad Kamil
Producers: Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Aanand L Rai, Himanshu Sharma
Production Houses: T-Series & Colour Yellow Productions
Release Date: November 28, 2025
Languages: Hindi and Tamil