The Internet Is Having A Party On Kartik Aaryan-Karan Johar Posts: "Shaadi Ka Card"

The announcement post has been inundated with comments referring to their Dostana 2 fallout

In Bollywood, there are no permanent friends or foes. This adage has proven itself over the years innumerable times. Adding to the list of ever-transforming relationships in B-town is the latest announcement from director Karan Johar and actor Kartik Aaryan. The two will be collaborating on an upcoming film, according to a post shared by them on social media. While this is no doubt a positive development, fans did not forget that KJo and Kartik had a fallout years ago during the filming of Dostana 2. For context, Kartik was cast in Dostana 2 with Janhvi Kapoor and Lakshya Lalwani. However, in 2021, Kartik was replaced from the film and a statement was issued by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions that said, "Due to professional circumstances, on which we have decided to maintain a dignified silence, we will be recasting Dostana 2, directed by Collin D'Cunha. Please wait for the official announcement soon.”

Cut to 2023, and Karan Johar has shared news of his collaboration with Kartik Aaryan on the occasion of the actor's birthday. Sharing the news, Karan Johar wrote, "Kickstarting today with some special news on a special day! Extremely thrilled to announce Dharma Movies and Balaji Motion Pictures coming together for a film helmed by the exceptionally talented Sandeep Modi. I find myself elated to also announce the supremely talented Kartik Aaryan as our lead for this story that will unfold in cinemas on 15th August, 2025. Kartik, happy birthday to you...May our collaboration only grow from strength to strength from hereon and never cease to create magic on the big screen." 

Tagging Ektaa Kapoor, who will co-produce the film, KJo said, "Being your friend is easily the best thing and now working with you will be no different."