Hrithik-Deepika To Shahid-Kriti, Fresh On-Screen Pairings To Look Forward To In 2024
From Deepika Padukone-Hrithik Roshan to Shahid Kapoor-Kriti Sanon, here are some of the exciting new pairs to look forward to in 2024.
In the ever-evolving landscape of Bollywood, the magic of storytelling is often fueled by the chemistry between the lead stars. While established pairs like Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol, Salman Khan-Katrina Kaif, Varun Dhawan-Alia Bhatt, and more have their own charm, there's an undeniable excitement in witnessing fresh on-screen pairings that bring a new zest to the cinematic experience. As Bollywood continues to evolve with changing times and the boom of OTT platforms, the exploration of fresh pairings opens doors to innovative narratives and diverse characters, resulting in entertaining films. And 2023, which was truly Bollywood’s year, gave us some of the best new on-screen pairings.
The year started with a familiar pair – Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, who had worked in multiple films before they reunited for the 2023 blockbuster ‘Pathaan’. Movie buffs were soon treated to a fresh on-screen couple Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor’s crackling chemistry in the Holi 2023 release ‘Tu Jhooti Main Makkaar’. Another fun pairing came in the form of Sara Ali Khan and Vicky Kaushal, who first starred together in last year’s surprising hit ‘Zara Hatke Zara Bachke’. It is worth mentioning that their adorable and fun equation was also visible during the promotions of their film.
Then we got to see some familiar pairs again like Kartik Aaryan-Kiara Advani in ‘SatyaPrem Ki Katha’ and Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt in ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’. While Kartik and Kiara’s movie tried to deliver a new and different concept, ‘RRKPK’ brought back classic Bollywood romance to the silver screen.
Another interesting new pairing came in the form of Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday in the hit 2023 movie ‘Dream Girl 2’. Then came one of the best pairings of 2023, Shah Rukh Khan with South star Nayanthara in Atlee’s blockbuster ‘Jawan’.
Movie buffs witnessed another heart-warming tale of love in Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar’s commercial and critical success ‘12th Fail’. While the film essentially revolved around the life of Manoj Kumar Sharma who overcame extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, it also highlighted how his wife, IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, was instrumental in his rise with her unwavering support and love.
We then witnessed the reunion of the much-loved pair Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif in ‘Tiger 3’. And while they looked absolutely bomb together on the silver screen, Ranbir Kapoor’s refreshing pairing with Rashmika Mandanna in ‘Animal’ took the limelight. Ranbir Kapoor also appeared in a few steamy scenes with Triptii Dimri in ‘Animal’, and their chemistry was loved by all.
The 2023 December release ‘Sam Bahadur’ also brought together a charming on-screen pairing in the form of Vicky Kaushal and Sanya Malhotra. The year ended on a good note as King Khan returned to the silver screen with his third release of 2023 – ‘Dunki’, which saw him sharing screen space with Taapssee Pannu for the first time.
With so many successful new pairings last year, 2024 is already looking bright and promising for the Indian entertainment industry as we are starting the new year with two fresh on-screen couples to root for. No points for guessing – Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi in ‘Merry Christmas’ and Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan in ‘Fighter’.
2024 has just started, so brace yourselves for the magic that awaits us as several fresh on-screen duos will take centre stage this year, ready to weave stories that linger in our hearts long after the credits roll.
Check out the list below:
1. Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi in ‘Merry Christmas’: Move over typical Bollywood pairings, because Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi have come together in Sriram Raghavan's ‘Merry Christmas’. This unexpected duo’s first collaboration was released in theatres on January 12 (Friday). The film was shot in two languages – Hindi and Tamil, with different supporting actors. Starring Katrina and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles, the Hindi version also stars Sanjay Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Pratima Kannan, and Tinnu Anand. On the other hand, the Tamil version features Radhika Sarathkumar, Shanmugaraja, Kevin Jay Babu, and Rajesh Williams. ‘Merry Christmas’ marks Sriram Raghavan’s first feature film since the 2019 movie ‘Andhadhun’, which emerged as a massive critical and commercial hit.
2. Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan in ‘Fighter’: Deepika and Hrithik, easily two of the best-looking Bollywood stars currently, are all set to appear on the silver screen for the first time together in ‘Fighter’. Co-starring Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover, and Akshay Oberoi, the new Hindi movie will be released in theatres on January 25, 2024. Directed by Siddharth Anand of ‘War’ and ‘Pathaan’ fame, ‘Fighter’ is being touted as India's first aerial action film. Several character posters and songs from the new Hindi movie have already been released, raising excitement among fans. Deepika Padukone, who recently appeared on ‘Koffee With Karan 8’ with her husband Ranveer Singh, spoke about her crackling chemistry with Hrithik Roshan.
3. Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon in ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’: Handsome hunk Shahid Kapoor and ever-so-stunning Kriti Sanon are teaming up for the first time for their upcoming Hindi film ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’. The romantic drama is arriving in cinemas on February 9, 2024, just in time for Valentine's Day 2024. Touted as an “impossible love story”, the upcoming Hindi film will also feature veteran stars Dharmendra and Dimple Kapadia. The romantic film is written and directed by Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah. As per reports, the movie is expected to be a love story with a science-fiction twist.
4. Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri in ‘Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam’: After the success of Sandeep Reddy Vanga's latest directorial venture ‘Animal’, Bollywood fans have found a new crush. And we all know it's Bollywood actress Triptii Dimri. The Indian actress has truly captivated fans and how. Some fans even affectionately refer to her as ‘Bhabhi 2’. Zoya (Triptii Dimri) has a brief affair with Ranbir Kapoor in ‘Animal’, earning her the moniker ‘Bhabhi 2’. Another Bollywood star who has remained in the news is Vicky Kaushal. From his impressive performances in 2023 movies – ‘Zara Hatke Zara Bachke’, ‘Sam Bahadur’ and ‘Dunki’ to his viral dance videos to his multiple appearances with his stunning wife Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal has ruled 2023 and how. In another interesting pairing, two of the most-talked-about Bollywood stars Triptii Dimri and Vicky Kaushal are coming together for the first time in a new movie, tentatively titled ‘Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam’. Co-starring Ammy Virk, the upcoming Hindi movie will be released on February 23, 2024. The film, touted as a romantic comedy, is directed by Anand Tiwari.
5. Sidharth Malhotra and Disha Patani in ‘Yodha’: This one has to be the most stunning pair of all as it features the extremely charming Sidharth Malhotra with the smoking hot Disha Patani. The Bollywood stars are paired opposite each other for the first time in the upcoming Hindi film ‘Yodha’. Also, featuring Raashii Khanna, it was earlier supposed to clash with ‘Merry Christmas’ in December 2023. However, the Karan Johar-produced ‘Yodha’ was later postponed and will be released on March 15, 2024. ‘Yodha’, an action thriller, is set against the backdrop of an airplane hijack. The film marks the directorial debut of Sagar Ambre and Pushkar Ojha and is expected to be yet another gripping tale of the protagonist fighting against all odds for a larger cause.
6. Janhvi Kapoor and Jr NTR in ‘Devara’: The upcoming film will mark Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in the South film industry. The much-awaited film is also Janhvi Kapoor’s first project with ‘RRR’ star Jr NTR. Helmed by Koratala Siva, the upcoming movie also stars Saif Ali Khan and will be released in cinemas on April 5, this year. ‘Devara’ will be released in two parts and multiple Indian languages. The upcoming movie also stars Shine Tom Chacko, Prakash Raj, Jissu Sengupta, Srikanth, Narine, and Murali Sharma. The film's music is being provided by 'Jawan' and 'Jailer' fame Anirudh Ravichander. The cinematography of 'Devara' is being done by R Rathnavelu.
7. Deepika Padukone and Prabhas in ‘Kalki 2898 AD’: Arguably two of the most popular Indian stars, Deepika Padukone and Prabhas, will be seen together for the first time in the upcoming movie ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. As they unite for the sci-fi spectacular, the audience is expecting powerhouse performances. The film also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Disha Patani and more. The pan-India film will be released in cinemas on May 9, 2024. The upcoming film is directed by Nag Ashwin. As per several reports, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, which was earlier called ‘Project K’, also stars Dulquer Salmaan, SS Rajamouli and Rana Daggubati. Reportedly, the budget of the film is believed to be around Rs 700 crore and it will be released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Last year, Prabhas and Kamal Haasan unveiled the first glimpse of the film at the event titled ‘This is Project K: First Glimpse of India’s Mytho-Sci-fi Epic’. The clip of ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ showcased a war-torn world in the future, where people are being ruled by dark forces and technology.
8. Sara Ali Khan and Aditya Roy Kapur in ‘Metro In Dono’: Movie lovers will get to see another new pairing in the form of Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan in ‘Metro… In Dino’. The Anurag Basu-directed anthology film, which also stars Konkana Sensharma, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta and Pankaj Tripathi, is slated to arrive in cinemas on September 13, 2024. Touted as an anthology of “heartwarming stories of contemporary couples,” the film is produced by Bhushan Kumar of T-Series and Anurag Basu Productions Pvt Ltd. The new Hindi movie’s music will be composed by Pritam. Anurag Basu and Pritam have previously collaborated on films ‘Gangster’, ‘Life in a Metro’, ‘Barfi!’, ‘Jagga Jasoos’, and ‘Ludo’. Looking at the music albums of these movies, we could be in for a musical treat with the upcoming movie ‘Metro… In Dino’.
9. Pooja Hegde and Shahid Kapoor in ‘Deva’: The Indian stars are all set to entertain audiences in their film, ‘Deva’, marking their first collaboration. The upcoming movie promises a narrative woven with emotions, drama, and a touch of Roshan Andrew's distinct storytelling style. Directed by Rosshan Andrews, it will hit the big screens on October 11, 2024. According to the makers, ‘Deva’ will follow a brilliant yet rebellious police officer investigating a high-profile case. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal, leading him down a thrilling and dangerous path.
10. Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna in ‘Chhava’: Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, whose films ‘Sam Bahadur’ and ‘Animal’ clashed at the box office in December 2023, will be collaborating for the first time in ‘Chhaava’. The Laxman Utekar directorial will be released on December 6, 2024. Reportedly, the film will be based on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film is expected to delve into Sambhaji Maharaj’s bravery, sacrifice, and wartime strategies while incorporating an emotional love story between him and his wife.
Looking at these fresh on-screen pairings, 2024 sure looks promising for Indian movie buffs!
