According to latest reports, Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhat will be teaming up again for Aashqui 3. The third installment of the Aashiqui franchise will be helmed by Mohit Suri, who had earlier directed the second installment, Aashiqui 2.

Earlier, there were reports that Sidharth Malhotra and Alia Bhatt would be playing the lead pair in the film. However, Varun Dhawan has been signed for the lead role with Alia Bhat. Varun and Alia who have earlier acted together in Student of The Year, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhaniya and Badrinath Ki Dulhaniya are set to share the screen space for the fourth time in Aashiqui3. The duo has a strong fan base, owing to their sizzling chemistry.

A source close to the production house said, "There is a huge fanbase for Alia and Varun. Their fans even call them Varia or Valia. All their films have been hit. It's only obvious for Vishesh Films to confirm this hit pairing for the third film in the series. Music will again play a key role in the film."

However an official confirmation is awaited on the same. Alia is currently busy with Gully Boy and Brahmastra, and Varun is shooting for Sui Dhaaga.