Prem Keetanu teaser out: Veer Pahariya-Aparshakti Khurana starrer promises quirky campus tale
Here's the latest update from the Bollywood world:
Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, who previously helmed Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai and Aspirants, Prem Keetanu also features Rakesh Bedi and Nikhil Vijay in key roles. The teaser offers the first glimpse into the movie's world and introduces the principal cast ahead of its theatrical rollout.
Adding to this, The movie is being produced under Avanika Films, the banner founded by Verma, and is co-presented by Gaurav Verma and Phars Studios in association with Bhavana Studios.
Meanwhile, VEER PAHARIYA - APARSHAKTI KHURANA - AAFIYA SAYED: 'PREM KEETANU' TEASER DROPS – 2 OCT 2026 Rollout... Gaurav Verma, who has been associated with several noteworthy films, unveils the teaser of his first independent movie, #PremKeetanu .
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In further updates, Prem Keetanu marks the beginning of Avanika Films, which Gaurav Verma has established with the aim of backing stories that combine emotional depth with theatrical appeal.
On top of that, Before starting his own production house, Verma worked as an independent producer with Red Chillies Entertainment. During his time there, he was associated with films including Darlings , Bhakshak , Jawan and Badla . The projects received both critical attention and strong commercial responses.
The movie is set to rollout in theatres on October 2, 2026. Its rollout date places it on the Gandhi Jayanti holiday, which is also expected to make the period a competitive theatrical window. Prem Keetanu will face competition from Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 , which is also scheduled for rollout on the same day.
Source: Bollywood Hungama