'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' release delayed; avoids clash with Kartik's 'Shehzada'

As it was expected, Karan Johar's return to direction with Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani us getting delayed. The film has been a talking point ever since it was announced along with an array of developments and casting choices.

But since then, the bigger talking point became the release date. But it can now be confirmed that the film has indeed been delayed and has gotten a new release date.

Johar took to his Instagram account to share a statement regarding the new release date of the film starring Alia and Ranveer. In his note, he mentioned that the film will release in theatres on April 28, 2023. The note read, “After 7 years, it's time for me to return to my first home- the cinemas. I had the absolute honour of working with not one, but many illustrious actors on the set of my 7th film. The familial nostalgic feeling of an ensemble cast, creating music that captivates the hearts and a story that runs deep to the roots of our family traditions.”-

This basically also means that the film has avoided a clash with Kartik Aaryan's Shehzaada where thag film will now release on Feb 10. Billed as an action-packed musical, the movie is directed by Rohit Dhawan, known for films like Dishoom and Desi Boyz. 

Coming back to Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, the film stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead alongside veteran stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi in key roles.