Kartik Aaryan is all set to headline the third instalment of the 'Aashiqui' franchise directed by Anurag Basu. During the announcement of the film, Kartik had said, "The timeless classic 'Aashiqui' is something I grew up watching and working on 'Aashiqui 3' is like a dream come true! I feel privileged yet grateful collaborating with Bhushan Sir and Mukesh Sir for this opportunity. I've been a big fan of Anurag Sir's work and collaborating with him on this one has definitely shaped me in many ways."
However, no female lead for the film has been announced yet, and Kartik and Tara Sutaria’s recent public spotting left everyone puzzled. While some wonder if they are dating, others think that they are doing a film, probably ‘Aashiqui 3’.
Albeit, without adding more fuel to the file, filmmaker Anurag Basu confirmed to HT City that no female lead has been roped in yet. The publication quoted him as saying, “No, the female lead of the film has not been finalised yet. Everything out there is speculation.” When asked if Tara Sutaria had been indeed chosen, he said, “No. No one has been finalised.”
For those caught unaware, the 1990 film 'Aashiqui' starred Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal. It told the story of an aspiring singer who meets a beautiful woman unexpectedly in a police station. Its sequel 'Aashiqui 2', which starred Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor, was tagged a blockbuster when it was released in 2013.
Coming to 'Aashiqui 3', the film will be jointly produced by Mukesh Bhatt and Bhushan Kumar. It will have music by Pritam. The team kick-started the collaboration on a positive and spiritual note by seeking blessings from Lord Ganesha during the festivity.
Director Anurag Basu is glad to be directing 'Aashiqui 3'.
"'Aashiqui' and 'Aashiqui 2' were emotions for the fans that have remained in hearts till date, the aim is to carry the legacy ahead in the best possible way. It'd be my first venture with Kartik Aaryan, who is known for his hard work, dedication, grit and determination towards his work and I'm truly looking forward to this one,” he had earlier said.
It is speculated that the makers are looking for a fresh face as the female lead, however, the announcement is yet to happen.
