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After 'Deewaniyat' success, Harshvardhan to lead Ektaa Kapoor's gangster drama
Rane might collaborate with Ektaa Kapoor

After 'Deewaniyat' success, Harshvardhan to lead Ektaa Kapoor's gangster drama

Oct 25, 2025
10:20 am

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After the success of his latest romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, actor Harshvardhan Rane is reportedly in talks with producer Ektaa Kapoor for a new project. The duo is considering a gangster drama set in Dubai, according to Pinkvilla. A source close to the development told the portal that this project will give Rane "a completely fresh, edgy image."

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Film to explore Dubai's high-society underbelly

The insider further revealed, "Audiences know Rane for intense love stories, and a film like this would position him in a completely different genre, giving him a fresh and edgy image." "Rane's character will be layered, exploring the ruthless side of a gangster with a mix of emotional drama." The film, currently in the scripting stage, is expected to be an action-packed crime drama exploring Dubai's high-society underbelly. An official confirmation is awaited.

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Meanwhile, on Rane's and Kapoor's work fronts

Meanwhile, Kapoor has several high-profile projects in the pipeline, including Ragini MMS 3 with Tamannaah Bhatia and a mytho-thriller by Anil Rahi Barve. On the other hand, Rane's Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat continues to perform well at the box office, further establishing him as one of Bollywood's most promising leading men. The film was released on Diwali.