PremiumAbir Gulaal: Fawad Khan’s Bollywood comeback sends happy waves across fandom; netizens say, ‘the world is healing’ - Check out reactions
Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor surprised fans this morning when they shared the teaser and release date of their upcoming movie Abir Gulaal.
Fans React To Fawad Khan Comeback In Abir Gulaal
Last Updated: 06.18 PM, Apr 01, 2025
As per everything that has been unfolding today in Hindi cinema and Hollywood, it is hard to make sure whether it is April Fool’s Day or a day of massive announcements. While Spider-Man 4 took over the headlines in the West, Indian cinephiles were surprised by the news of Pakistani actor and cross-border heartthrob Fawad Khan’s return to Bollywood alongside Vaani Kapoor in a movie titled Abir Gulaal. The two even took off and shot for the film, with behind-the-scenes stills going crazy viral. As it turns out, his return is no less than an event for the fans of Khan in India, and they have now flooded the internet with reactions.
Fans React to Abir Gulaal Teaser
Instagram is filled with many lovely reactions, some of which express how the world is now healing as Fawad Khan is returning to Hindi Cinema with Arijit Singh’s voice attached to a rom-com. On X (Formerly called Twitter), there is love flowing for the star and the project as the fans cannot wait for the movie to release in May. Read on to know everything you should know bout the same.
One wrote, “Oh my god, I’m going to watch this like 5 times in the theater—a romance Fawad Khan cinema release.” Another wrote, “Fawad Khan is coming back on our screens!!!! OMGGG SOMEBODY HOLD ME, I AM LOSING MY MIND!!!! I waited and prayed 9 years for this to happen!!!” One user wrote, “Watched the teaser for #AbirGulaal and nearly freaked out at my desk because it’s been 13 years since Humsafar. I’m obviously much older, but Fawad Khan still managed to make my heart skip a few beats when Abir offered to flirt with Gulaal.”
Emphasizing how cinema should not have borders, a fan wrote, “Everything looks breathtakingly romantic! ✨ Fawad Khan's charm and Vaani Kapoor's elegance as a couple is beautiful. I hope that #AbirGulaal gets a deserving release in India because cinema should not have borders!”
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Abir Gulaal Release Date And Teaser Out!
Starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor in the lead, Abir Gulaal, as per the official synopsis of the movie, is about "This heartwarming tale unfolds in the picturesque streets of London, weaving a love story filled with unexpected turns, tender moments, and pure magic. Audiences can expect a delightful blend of laughter, tender moments, and the undeniable chemistry between Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor." The teaser of the movie is a blend of romance, flirting, and too many sweet moments, preparing you for the ultimate romantic comedy we have been waiting for for a very long time.
Abir Gulaal is directed by Chalti Rahe Zindagi fame Aarti S. Bagdi, and produced by Indian Stories and A Richer Lens in association with Aarjay Pictures. Avantika Hari, Rakesh Sippy, and Vivek B. Agrawal (Queen, Udta Punjab, Sacred Games) serve as the producers.
The movie marks the return of Fawad Khan to the Indian entertainment space after almost 10 years, alongside Vaani Kapoor.
Abir Gulaal is set to hit the big screens worldwide on May 9, 2025. Stay tuned to OTTplay for more information on this and everything else from the world of streaming and films.