Abir Gulaal Teaser Unveiled: Fawad Khan's Bollywood Comeback Sparks Excitement and Controversy

The teaser for the romantic comedy Abir Gulaal, starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, has been released, stirring excitement among fans. Directed by Aarti S. Bagdi and produced by Vivek B. Agrawal, Avantika Hari, and Rakesh Sippy, the film is set to premiere in theaters on May 9, 2025. This marks Fawad Khan’s much-anticipated return to Bollywood after nearly a decade, following the unofficial ban on Pakistani artists in Indian films since 2016.

Described as a heartfelt story of two wounded souls who find solace in each other, Abir Gulaal promises a love story filled with unexpected twists and tender moments. The ensemble cast includes Ridhi Dogra, Lisa Haydon, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, Parmeet Sethi, and Rahul Vohra.

While the teaser has been met with enthusiasm, the film faces opposition from the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), which has vowed to block its release in Maharashtra due to Fawad Khan’s Pakistani origin. This controversy has reignited debates on cross-border artistic collaborations in Indian cinema.