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Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival

Mumbai | 17 Sep, 2026 | 05:33 PM IST | By Rajiv P Arora
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Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar: Luv Ranjan Introduces Six Debutants for Rom-Com, Oct 23, 2026

Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar, a romantic comedy co-written and co-produced by Luv Ranjan, is slated to release on October 23, 2026. The project marks a fresh ensemble, introducing six debutant actors under the direction of debutant filmmaker Anuj Saini. Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and presented by Luv Films, the film centers on friendship and relationships. Details are tracked on DPIFF’s release calendar.

The first-look poster for Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar introduces a new gang of six on-screen talents: Alisha Chopra, Sparsh Walia, Sakshi Vaidya, Kunal Vaid, Sargun Kaur Luthra and Tushar Chhibber. The poster marks their debut together in the film, which is described as a youthful ensemble comedy rooted in love and friendship.

Director Anuj Saini makes his feature debut with this project. The film is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, presented by Luv Films, continuing the production team known for relationship-driven entertainers.

Luv Ranjan commented on the newcomer lineup: Introducing newcomers is always a challenge, but it’s the one I genuinely look forward to. Fifteen years ago, I got that opportunity with Pyaar Ka Punchnama, and when something similar came along with Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar, I knew I didn’t want to let it pass.”

He added, “As a writer, creating a world for six new faces and watching them find their own rhythm within it was something I really enjoyed. When the people feel right, the story finds its own energy, and I’m excited for audiences to meet them.”

The team says the coming weeks will reveal more about the characters, story, and the romantic mess at the centre of the film, as promotional material unfolds ahead of the release. Presented by Luv Films and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar is positioned as a fresh ensemble comedy rooted in love and friendship, with Anuj Saini at the helm for a new generation of audiences.

At present, no further details beyond the release date and cast have been announced. For ongoing DPIFF coverage, stay tuned to the DPIFF newsroom for future updates.