Rasha Thadani opts out of Lijo Jose Pelliserry's upcoming drama?

Rasha Thadani's breakout year 2025 has pushed her into constant conversation, and the momentum around her choices continues to climb. With her first few projects already shaping public interest, she has quickly become someone the industry watches closely.

Her schedule, however, is turning into its own challenge. Even as new scripts arrive at her doorstep, she finds herself trying to match timelines with projects she has already committed to.

A Busy Phase Filled With Overlapping Commitments

People close to her team reveal that several major filmmakers have shown interest in collaborating with her. Among them is a new romantic drama from Hansal Mehta and Lijo Jose Pellissery, a project that has been the subject of steady chatter ever since it was made public.

Rasha was approached during the early stages of casting, but her calendar appears to have limited room. She is finishing ongoing work on one film and is expected to move straight into preparations for her first South venture immediately after.

This pile up of overlapping schedules seems to be the only thing stopping her from exploring more stories at the moment. Those aware of the situation indicate that she connected strongly with the script offered to her, though matching timelines did not work out this time around.

A Major Collaboration Shaping Up Elsewhere

Meanwhile, the new film from Mehta and Pellissery is gaining interest for its creative lineup. The script has been developed jointly by Pellissery and Karan Vyas. The story aims to look closely at relationships and the quiet shifts that shape them. Work on casting continues, and the production is expected to begin later this year.

A R Rahman has joined the film as its music creator. His involvement has added a fresh wave of attention, with many curious about how his sound will blend with Pellissery’s style of filmmaking. Rahman has spoken warmly about the director’s vision and seems eager to begin work on the project.

As Rasha prepares for a packed year ahead, her name remains linked to several significant conversations across industries. With her rising popularity and a string of films lining up, 2026 may turn into one of her most demanding years yet.