Rasha Thadani cast in Vir Hirani's theatrical debut: Report
What's the story
Actor Raveena Tandon and producer Anil Thadani's daughter, Rasha Thadani, has reportedly been cast as the female lead opposite Rajkumar Hirani's son, Vir Hirani, in his theatrical debut. The upcoming film is tentatively titled Lagan Laagi Re and is produced by Jay Shewakramani. It is a contemporary love story set in a small town and will go on floors in July 2026, reported Variety India.
Director's vision
More about the film
The film will be helmed by Shonali Rattan Deshmukh, who has previously worked as an assistant director on her husband Kunal Deshmukh's popular romantic musicals such as Jannat, Tum Mile, and Shiddat. The makers were apparently keen on introducing a new pair on screen and believe that Vir and Rasha will make a great romantic pair. The screenplay of the film has been penned by Karan Vyas.
Actor's background
All about Vir, his onscreen debut
Lagan Laagi Re marks Vir's debut on the big screen and his second acting project after JioHotstar's upcoming series, Pritam Pedro. Hirani is behind this cybercrime thriller. A graduate of London's Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), he has already made a mark in the theater circuit with his performance in Letters From Suresh. The play was directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.
Actor's ascent
Rasha's career so far
Rasha made her acting debut last year with Abhishek Kapoor's period drama, Azaad. Despite the film not doing well at the box office, she was praised for her performance. She has two completed projects, namely Laikey Laika and Srinivasa Mangapuram.