R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh are set to charm audiences with their upcoming romantic drama, Aap Jaisa Koi, which is scheduled to release on July 11, 2025, on Netflix. Directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, the film promises a heartwarming tale of love, laughter, and unexpected connections.
Aap Jaisa Koi revolves around Shrirenu Tripathi, played by R. Madhavan, a reserved Sanskrit teacher, and Madhu Bose, portrayed by Fatima Sana Shaikh, a spirited French instructor. The movie explores the evolving dynamic between these two contrasting personalities as they navigate a journey filled with surprises, conflicts, and heartfelt moments. The story is about breaking free from self-imposed barriers and embracing the vulnerability of love, celebrating connection, companionship, and discovering 'barabari wala pyaar' (equal love) in unexpected circumstances.
Director Vivek Soni, who previously worked with Netflix on Meenakshi Sundareshwar, expressed his excitement about presenting a love story that is tender, messy, and intimate. He highlighted that the film quietly questions the roles people often fall into within relationships and reflects the courage it takes to truly let someone in. Soni believes that with R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh bringing so much heart to their roles, the film will resonate with the authenticity that Netflix viewers connect with. He describes the film as a modern romance that addresses the need for real connections in today's world.
Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director of Original Films at Netflix India, described Aap Jaisa Koi as a romance drama that finds love amidst fallen hopes and gated traditions. She praised Vivek Soni's captivating visuals and the beautiful performances of R. Madhavan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ayesha Raza, and the rest of the ensemble cast. Kapoor Sheikh also acknowledged Dharmatic Entertainment's mastery of romance and their ability to tell a classic tale in a contemporary fashion.
The film marks R. Madhavan's return to the romantic drama genre after appearing in various Hindi and South Indian films. Fatima Sana Shaikh continues to explore new roles, adding to her diverse filmography that includes Ludo, Modern Love Mumbai, and Sam Bahadur.
Aap Jaisa Koi was initially titled Tharki but was retitled before production began. The title Aap Jaisa Koi was chosen for its resonance with the film's plot and its nostalgic connection to the classic song of the same name from the 1980 film Qurbani. The movie is produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra, under the banner of Dharmatic Entertainment, known for creating content appealing to Gen Z and millennial audiences.
