The year 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting one for Bollywood, with several fresh pairings of actors set to grace the silver screen. From romantic comedies to intense dramas, audiences can look forward to seeing new on-screen couples ignite the screen with their chemistry. Here are some of the most anticipated fresh pairs of 2026:
Tamannaah Bhatia and Siddhant Chaturvedi in V. Shantaram
Tamannaah Bhatia and Siddhant Chaturvedi are teaming up for V. Shantaram, a biopic on the life of the legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram. Tamannaah will play Jayashree, the accomplished actress and V. Shantaram's second wife. A first-look poster featuring Tamannaah in a pink Nauvari saree has already been released, evoking the charm of vintage Indian cinema. Siddhant will portray the cinematic titan himself. Directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande, this biopic is one of the most talked-about projects.
Pooja Hegde and Varun Dhawan in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
Pooja Hegde and Varun Dhawan are collaborating for the first time in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, a romantic comedy directed by David Dhawan. The film, which also stars Mrunal Thakur, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Sheirgill, Chunky Panday, and Mouni Roy, is scheduled to release on June 5, 2026. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is touted to be a lighthearted narrative with romantic elements. The film was previously slated to release on April 10, 2026.
Other fresh pairings to watch out for:
- Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani in Chand Mera Dil: This Dharma Productions' youthful romance, directed by Vivek Soni, promises to be a relatable love story for Gen Z audiences. The film has wrapped up shooting and is slated for an April 2026 release.
- Triptii Dimri and Shahid Kapoor in O Romeo: Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri have collaborated for Vishal Bhardwaj's upcoming film, O Romeo. The film has entered post-production and is scheduled to release on Valentine's Day, 2026.
- Sharvari Wagh and Vedang Raina in an Untitled Film: Sharvari and Vedang have teamed up for Imtiaz Ali's upcoming film. Both actors have begun shooting for the film, which also stars Naseeruddin Shah and Diljit Dosanjh.
These are just a few of the fresh pairings that audiences can look forward to in 2026. With a mix of established stars and rising talents, Bollywood is set to deliver a year of exciting and entertaining cinema.
