On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, an announcement emerged that Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali were returning with another love saga, which will be an adaptation of the epic folk romance, Heer Ranjha. A day later, on Sunday, a report claimed that Rohit Safar had been finalised to play Ranjha in the film. However, a new report has debunked the rumours claiming that Rohit is not part of the film, and the casting is still not locked.
Rohit Saraf in Heer Ranjha?
On Saturday, a Variety India report claimed that Rohit Saraf would be the male lead in Sajid Ali’s Heer Ranjha. “While the cast has not been officially announced, Variety India has exclusively learned that Rohit Saraf is locked to play Ranjha,” the report noted.
However, Hindustan Times spoke to sources close to the film`s development, who reportedly denied the claims. The source confirms to the portal that the claim is untrue and that casting for the film is still in progress. The source added that an official announcement on the casting will follow soon.
Rohit Saraf, rose to fame with Netflix`s romantic drama, Mismatched, and has carved a niche for himself in the romantic films genre as well as shows like Ishq Vishk Rebound, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, and Feels Like Ishq.
About Heer Ranjha
On Saturday, the makers of Heer Ranjha officially announced the film in a brief video teaser. The short clip did not include any actors, only a sweet tune and a hint of a tragic love story. “Some Love stories never die… From Laila Majnu to Heer Ranjha – The Love Legacy Continues,” the caption read.
The film marks Imtiaz and Sajid’s reunion post 2018`s Laila Majnu, the film that has since become a cult classic. Heer Ranjha is set to be produced by Ektaa Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms. In an official statement, the makers noted that the film will be “rooted in classic romance yet shaped for today`s time, Heer Ranjha reimagines love for a new generation, promising a poetic and emotionally immersive cinematic experience. The title reveal has already sparked strong excitement among fans of the Laila Majnu franchise.” According to the makers, the film is expected to go on the floor soon after the cast is locked.
