Imtiaz Ali, Sajid Ali reunite for Heer Ranjha after Laila Majnu success, Ektaa Kapoor to produce; filming begins soon

Set to be directed by Sajid Ali, Heer Ranjha serves as the second chapter of the beloved Laila Majnu franchise.

Updated on: Feb 15, 2026 9:00 AM IST

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The success of Laila Majnu, after its re-release last year, has paved the way for its makers to join hands once again and adapt another timeless classic romance - Heer Ranjha. Filmmaker brothers Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali have joined hands once again for Heer Ranjha, a film produced by Ektaa Kapoor.

Heer Ranjha will be directed by Sajid Ali, presented by Imtiaz Ali, and produced by Ektaa Kapoor.

Imtiaz Ali, Ektaa Kapoor bring Heer Ranjha to screen

Set to be directed by Sajid Ali, Heer Ranjha will serve as the second chapter of the beloved Laila Majnu franchise, carrying forward its deep connection with the audience, the makers said, as per a statement.

The makers said 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.”

Shooting for the film is expected to commence soon. Details about the cast have not yet been shared.

The makers also shared a short clip on Valentine's Day, marking the film's announcement. "Some Love stories never die... From Laila Majnu to Heer Ranjha - The Love Legacy Continues," the caption read.

Ektaa Kapoor and Imtiaz Ali on Heer Ranjha

Speaking about the announcement, Ektaa Kapoor said, "Imtiaz and Sajid have the rare ability to capture love with honesty and depth. While Laila Majnu found its audience over time and became a cult classic! Heer Ranjha is a love story that aims to transcend time and emotions. We hope to touch audiences across the Indian diaspora and beyond, with our storytelling."

Presenter Imtiaz Ali added, "Heer Ranjha has its own world and rhythm -- it speaks the love language of this generation while staying rooted in something eternal. Collaborating with Ektaa again feels like a natural continuation of a shared emotional language."

About Laila Majnu

Laila Majnu, directed by Sajid, starred Triptii Dimri and Avinash Tiwary in the lead roles. When the film first released in 2018, it was a box office failure, earning just ₹3 crore at the box office. However, over the years, it developed a cult fan base. Eventually, the film was re-released in 2025, when it earned an additional ₹11 crore, finally breaking even and emerging as a box office success. The makers hope that Heer Ranjha will carry forward that momentum.

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