Kartik Aaryan, known for his comedic timing and youthful charm, might be taking a turn towards classic romance. According to reports, the actor is in talks with Sooraj Barjatya, the director synonymous with heartwarming love stories, to play the lead in his next film. This has set the Bollywood rumour mill abuzz, particularly since the movie’s working title is “Prem Ki Shaadi”.
Barjatya’s films have established a distinct cinematic universe. The name “Prem” has become synonymous with the director’s style – a quintessential innocent hero who falls deeply in love. Salman Khan has epitomized this character in a few of Barjatya’s blockbuster hits like “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!” and “Maine Pyar Kiya.” Shahid Kapoor took on the mantle of “Vivah.” With Salman reportedly opting out of “Prem Ki Shaadi” due to his preference for different roles at this time, all eyes are now on Kartik Aaryan.
Industry sources close to the development reveal that Barjatya is impressed by Kartik’s ability to portray characters with boyish charm and innocence, a quality central to his “Prem” persona. While the talks are in a preliminary stage, reports suggest Barjatya feels Kartik can usher in a new age for the character.
This potential collaboration has generated excitement for a few reasons. Kartik Aaryan has carved a niche for himself in comedic roles, with films like “Pyaar Ka Punchnama” and “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety” establishing him as a bankable star. However, he has also showcased his versatility in movies like “Luka Chuppi,” where he played a hesitant lover caught in a live-in relationship charade.
Sooraj Barjatya, on the other hand, is a maestro of family dramas filled with love, tradition, and grand gestures. The prospect of Kartik Aaryan bringing his youthful energy to Barjatya’s signature style has piqued the audience’s interest.
There are, however, some questions to be answered. Earlier “Prem Ki Shaadi” was primarily planned for Salman Khan. Whether the film’s concept will be reworked to suit Kartik Aaryan’s persona remains unclear. It’s also unknown if the title will stay the same, considering the strong association of “Prem” with Salman Khan in Barjatya’s filmography.
Another point of discussion is whether Kartik Aaryan can effectively portray the emotional depth required for a Barjatya hero. While he has delivered heartfelt performances, his forte has primarily been light-hearted comedies. This would be a significant shift, and his ability to pull it off will be keenly observed.
Despite these uncertainties, the potential collaboration between Sooraj Barjatya and Kartik Aaryan holds immense promise. If it comes to fruition, it could mark a turning point in Kartik’s career and breathe new life into Barjatya’s world of quintessential romance. The audience awaits further developments, eager to see if this new-age Prem will find his way to the big screen and weave magic like his predecessors.
