Starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, R. Madhavan, and others, “De De Pyaar De 2” is expected for release on November 14, 2025.
Introduction
You may recall De De Pyaar De (2019), a light-hearted romantic comedy about a middle-aged man in London who falls for a much younger woman, and the ensuing complications that arise from families, expectations, and age gaps. The film struck a chord for combining humour, romance, and social awkwardness.
De De Pyaar De 2, its follow-up, has now been formally revealed. There has been considerable speculation regarding the release date and the cast members who would be returning, but a few important details have finally been revealed.
Release Date
The film is scheduled to hit theatres on 14 November 2025.
Originally, there had been plans (or at least talk) of releasing earlier (some reports had May 2025), but the date was pushed back.
The 14 November release places it in the festive season in India, which is often a strategic choice to get larger audiences.
Cast & Crew
Here are the major cast members and production team confirmed, along with notes on who is returning and what’s new:
| Role | Actor/Crew | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Ashish “Ashu” Mehra | Ajay Devgn | Returning from the first film. |
| Ayesha Khurana | Rakul Preet Singh | Also returning. Her character is central, as before. |
| Dev Khurana (Ayesha’s father) | R. Madhavan | A relatively new addition to the main cast. He replaces the initially announced names. |
| Manju Mehra (Ashish’s ex-wife) | Tabu | Tabu was part of the original movie; she is listed among the returning cast. |
| Vakil “VK” Kapoor | Jimmy Sheirgill | Also confirmed. |
| Veerendra Mehra (Ashish’s father) | Alok Nath | Another returning face. |
| Others/Cameos | Tamannaah Bhatia, Prakash Raj, Inayat Sood | The information points to cameo roles or smaller parts. |
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Crew & Production
Director: Anshul Sharma is directing the sequel. He replaces Akiv Ali.
Writers: Luv Ranjan (the original writer/producer) & Tarun Jain are involved in the writing.
Producers: The film is being produced by T-Series (Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar) and Luv Films (Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg).
What to Expect & Production Status
Sequels in Bollywood often walk a fine line: they need to retain what fans liked about the original (characters, humour, emotional beats), but also offer something fresh — new conflicts, new characters, or a different dynamic. With new cast members like R. Madhavan joining in a role that connects deeply with existing characters (father-daughter, in this case), there’s potential for deeper emotional conflicts as well as comedic opportunities.
Strategic release timing (mid-November) suggests the makers are aiming for a strong box office run, possibly leveraging holidays or festival periods to maximise audience turnout.
Returning cast like Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, Tabu, etc., bring both familiarity and credibility. Their chemistry in the first film was a big part of its success, so much depends on how well that is preserved or evolved.
Questions Still Unanswered / Things to Watch For
Exact budget: There are no publicly confirmed budget details. Some sources suggest it may be bigger than the original, given more locations, a bigger cast, etc. Soundtrack, songs, release on OTT/streaming: As of now, details on the music album or post-theatrical streaming plan are not fully revealed.
Box office expectations and how the film will handle social commentary (age gap, family pressure) in 2025 versus 2019—audience sentiments might have shifted.
Final Thoughts
De De Pyaar De 2 looks set to be a refreshing sequel that keeps the charm of the first film while introducing new twists with a bigger ensemble cast. With Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh leading again, and R. Madhavan adding a strong new dynamic, the film has all the ingredients for a festival season hit.
The delay to November 2025 actually works in its favour—it positions the movie for a wider audience during Diwali-season celebrations. If the makers can balance the humour, romance, and family conflicts as effectively as the first film, it’s safe to say that De De Pyaar De 2 could repeat or even surpass the success of its predecessor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the release date of De De Pyaar De 2?
A. The film is officially set to release on 14 November 2025, right in the festive season in India.
2. Who is in the cast of De De Pyaar De 2?
A. The main cast includes Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, Tabu, R. Madhavan, Jimmy Sheirgill, Alok Nath, and special appearances from Tamannaah Bhatia, Prakash Raj, and Inayat Sood.
3. Who is directing De De Pyaar De 2?
A. Unlike the first film, which was directed by Akiv Ali, the sequel is directed by Anshul Sharma, with writing credits going to Luv Ranjan and Tarun Jain.
4. Is Tabu returning in De De Pyaar De 2?
A. Yes, Tabu reprises her role as Manju, Ajay Devgn’s ex-wife. Her presence was a fan favourite in the first film, and she is confirmed to be part of the sequel.
5. What will the story of De De Pyaar De 2 be about?
A. The sequel continues the love story of Ashish (Ajay Devgn) and Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh) while bringing in new family dynamics with Ayesha’s father (played by R. Madhavan). The film blends comedy, romance, and family drama—much like the first one.
6. Where was De De Pyaar De 2 filmed?
A. Major shooting schedules have taken place in Punjab (Patiala), Mumbai, and London. The Patiala schedule wrapped up earlier in 2025.
7. Will De De Pyaar De 2 release on OTT?
A. Theatrical release is the focus for now. OTT details will likely be announced closer to release—T-Series films often land on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.