Mumbai, October 21: Bollywood is gearing up for the release of Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar, an upcoming Hindi romantic comedy that explores first love, old friendships and the unexpected twists that come with second chances. The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on October 23, 2026, and introduces a fresh ensemble of actors to the big screen.
The story follows three best friends who reunite at their school reunion ten years after leaving school. Each arrives with an ambitious plan to confess their feelings to their first crush. However, their attempts to revisit the past lead to unexpected romantic complications, as memories collide with present-day realities. The film explores how relationships change over time and why first love does not always unfold the way people imagine.
Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Cast and Crew
The film features Alisha Chopra, Sparsh Walia, Sakshi Vaidya, Kunal Vaid, Sargun Kaur Luthra and Tushar Chhibber in the lead ensemble. The project marks the acting debut of these six performers, bringing a new group of faces into the Hindi film industry.
Anuj Saini is directing the film, marking his directorial debut. Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg are producing the project, while Luv Ranjan and Jehan Handa are among the writers. The film is presented by Luv Films and combines friendship, romance and comedy in a story centred on young adults reconnecting with their school days.
When and Where to Watch Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar
Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar is scheduled for a theatrical release on Friday, October 23, 2026. The film is listed as a Hindi romantic comedy, with a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes on BookMyShow.
With its school-reunion premise, first-crush confessions and friendship-driven humour, the film aims to connect with viewers who enjoy contemporary romantic comedies. Audiences can check local cinema listings and showtimes before planning their visit.
As the release approaches, the film’s fresh cast and familiar theme of getting a second chance at love will be central to audience interest. Whether the friends succeed in winning over their first crushes—or find that their feelings have changed over the years—is the romantic question at the heart of the story.
