Official trailer drops for new Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed starrer 'Love Guru'
Directed by Nadeem Baig and penned by Vasay Chaudhry, the romantic comedy is set to premiere on Eid-ul-Azha 2025.
Produced by ARY Films and Six Sigma Plus, with Salman Iqbal as the lead producer, Love Guru boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Momina Iqbal, Mira Sethi, Sohai Ali Abro, Ammara Malik, Adnan Shah Tipu, Marina Khan, Annie Zaidi, Usman Peerzada, and Javed Sheikh.
The film's teaser showcases picturesque locations in the UK and Pakistan, highlighting the palpable chemistry between the lead pair.
Fans have expressed their excitement, with one commenting, 'We should support our own movies. Thank God we have stars like Mahira and Humayun.'
Love Guru also marks Mahira Khan's return to cinema after a three-year hiatus, her last appearance being in The Legend of Maula Jatt (2022).
The film's poster, shared by director Nadeem Baig, features Mahira in an elegant white dress and Humayun in a sharp suit vest, embracing under a spotlight in a grand, vacant mansion.
The scene, sprinkled with soft golden light, hints at a story filled with romance and enchanting music.
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