The untitled film is currently at its scripting stage and is being produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the Excel Entertainment banner. The makers have aimed to take the project on floor by the end of the year.  While it has not been officially announced which is still awaited, Saif Ali Khan has already committed to being a part of the project and is eager to collaborate with Farhan Akhtar again.   It has not only created a spark after the iconic 25-year gap, Bollywood fans are excited as this time it’s an intense thriller that promises a powerful storytelling and has thought provoking theme.


The reunion comes as Dil Chahta Hai celebrates its 25th anniversary as Saif Ali Khan also has stirred up a few films in a row.  


The thriller is expected to explore issues surrounding morality, ethics and the societal conflicts offering the audience a contemporary gripping cinematic experience.   The lead actress opposite Saif Ali Khan is still under way and in process of finalising. The reunion will remind the audience of the timeless impact the 2001 classic film Dil Chahta Hai had on Indian cinema.  


Meanwhile Saif Ali continues to expand his impressive slate of projects. He is portraying a police officer in Netflix India’s Kartavya. He will also be seen in Priyadarshan’s Haiwaan alongside Akshay Kumar. He will also feature in Rahul Dholakia’s historical Netflix film based on India’s first General Elections.