Tamil actor Dhanush returns to Bollywood with Tere Ishk Mein, collaborating with Kriti Sanon for the first time. Here's everything you need to know about the romance drama before its release.

Tere Ishk Mein
Are you ready for a rollercoaster of emotions once again after Raanjhanaa? The latest teaser of Tere Ishk Mein captures the super-charged spark between Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. It's clear that filmmaker Aanand L Rai has cooked up another intense tale where the lead characters' hearts are filled with passion and pain. The makers are back with another heartbreaking story that's already expected to leave a scar in the audience's hearts.
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The musical romance drama is coming to cinemas this November 28, 2025. Apart from Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's collaboration, the major part of Tere Ishk Mein is the music which are composed by Oscar-winning A R Rahman. For the unversed, this is the fourth collaboration between Dhanush and filmmaker Aanand L Rai, after Raanjhanaa (2013), Amma Kanakku (2016), and Atrangi Re (2021).
While Dhanush and Kriti Sanon to be seen in the lead roles of Shankar and Mukti, other pivotal roles are played by Sushil Dahiya and Maahir Mohiuddin. Meanwhile, the lyrics of the songs from Tere Ishk Mein are penned by Irshad Kamil, who has previously given soulful tracks like 'Agar Tum Saath Ho' 'Manwa Lage', 'Maahi Ve', 'Ajj Din Chadheya', 'Tum Se Hi' 'Shayad', 'Chahu Main Ya Naa', and more.
The upcoming romance drama potentially is a spritual sequel to Dhanush's Hindi debut, Raanjhanaa. Tere Ishk Mein does not fit to be said a typical Bollywood romance drama as the teaser highlights brutal violence and toxicity, showcasing a love story marked by obsession, heartbreak, loss, separation, domination, peer pressure, and more.
The love story of Shankar and Mukti unfolds against the backdrop of the Benaras city. Their relationship is more than just mere romantic, it's a whole transformative journey of the duo where they learn how to completely surrender in love, letting it take over every part of their existence. Their extraordinary love forces them to go through a significant transformation, wholly changing their personalities and the soft sides of their nature.
Soon after the announcement of Tere Ishk Mein, filmmaker Aanand L Rai stated that the upcoming movie will share some similar themes with Raanjhanaa. Like in an interview with News18, he shared, “The rage, aggression, and passionate love present in Raanjhanaa are also evident in Tere Ishk Mein. That’s why I feel Tere Ishk Mein is from the world of Raanjhanaa.”
Rai also mentioned that he aims to appeal the youngsters, especially the Gen-Z audiences, with Tere Ishk Mein that will very much resonate with them. He also shared his high expectation from the audience to give the same amount of love and support to Tere Ishk Mein as Dhanush has gained worldwide popularity after Raanjhanaa.
Q: What is the release date for the movie Tere Ishk Mein?
A: Tere Ishk Mein is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 28, 2025, in both Hindi and Tamil languages.
Q: Who is starring in Tere Ishk Mein?
A: The film stars National Award winner Dhanush as the male lead, Shankar, and Kriti Sanon as the female lead, Mukti. It reunites Dhanush with director Aanand L. Rai.
Q: Who composed the music for Tere Ishk Mein?
A: The music for the film is composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman. This marks his third collaboration with director Aanand L. Rai and actor Dhanush, following Raanjhanaa and Atrangi Re.
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