Kartik Aaryan returns to Dharma Productions, reunites with Karan Johar after Dostana 2 fallout for new film

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Kartik Aaryan was supposed to headline Dostana 2, produced by Karan Johar's banner Dharma Productions, but the project fell through after months of shoot.

Days after Karan Johar said he's open to working with Kartik Aaryan, an announcement has been made. On Wednesday, Karan's banner Dharma Productions announced that it's co-producing an untitled film with Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures, starring Kartik, which will be directed by Sandeep Modi. (Also Read: When Kartik Aaryan revealed he didn't have enough money for a portfolio: ‘I’d crop my face out of group photos’)

New film announcement on Kartik's birthday

On the occasion of Kartik's 33rd birthday, the official social media handles of Dharma Productions announced its new collaboration with the actor. The Instagram caption stated, “Lights, camera and… surprise! (clap board emoji) We are thrilled to announce a new story brewing that has found a home with Dharma Productions and Balaji Telefilms. Starring Kartik Aaryan and directed by Sandeep Modi, this yet to be titled film will be released on 15th August, 2025. Stay tuned!”

Karan Johar gushes over Kartik Aaryan

Karan Johar also took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the announcement with this caption, “Kickstarting today with some special news on a special day! Extremely thrilled to announce @dharmamovies and @balajimotionpictures coming together for a film helmed by the exceptionally talented @sandeipm. I find myself elated to also announce the supremely talented @kartikaaryan as our lead for this story that will unfold in cinemas on 15th August, 2025!”

He also wished Kartik on his birthday. “Kartik, happy birthday to you… may our collaboration only grow from strength to strength from hereon and never cease to create magic on the big screen (red heart emojis),” Karan wrote.

Kartik also took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the announcement. He wrote, “An unforgettable chapter of our glorious Indian history full of valour and sacrifice is now going to be part of my life ?? a subject close to my heart... super proud and excited to embark on a new journey with the extremely talented @sandeep_modi and the powerhouse #karanjohar and @EktaaRKapoor (cracker emoji).”

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