Vikrant Massey in Karan Johar's Dostana 2 after Kartik Aaryan's exit: Report
The film, currently in the planning stages, is expected to be directed by a filmmaker who will be finalised in the coming weeks. 'Dostana 2 is being conceptualised as a theatrical film, with music, comedy, romance, and drama. Talks are on with the filmmakers, and a director will be locked in a fortnight," the source added.advertisementThe original casting of 'Dostana 2' included Kartik Aaryan and Janhvi Kapoor. However, in 2021, Dharma Productions confirmed that they would be 'recasting' the film after Kartik's departure. The actor later addressed the issue in 2024, revealing his side of the story, but the production house remained tight-lipped about the details.Meanwhile, both actors have moved on to other projects. Kartik Aaryan will next be seen in Anurag Basu's untitled film and Karan Johar's 'Nagzilla'. Vikrant Massey, on the other hand, is having a busy run, currently working on the Sri Sri Ravi Shankar biopic and 'Don 3', which are expected to wrap by the end of 2025.As for Dharma Productions, the banner is gearing up for multiple releases, including 'Dhadak 2' and 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsikumari' in 2026, while also preparing to launch 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' and 'Nagzilla' - both projects headlined by Kartik Aaryan - this year.
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