Production Houses, Mahaveer Jain Films and Rajshri Productions Cement Partnership After Uunchai Success; Filming for Family Entertainer Kicks Off November 1
In a major development for the Indian film industry, veteran filmmaker Sooraj R. Barjatya and dynamic producer Mahaveer Jain officially announced their second collaboration, launching an untitled family entertainer that pairs stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari for the very first time. The project, presented and produced by Rajshri Productions in association with Mahaveer Jain Films and Anita Gurnani, will go on floors on November 1, commencing a fresh chapter of wholesome, heartfelt cinema.
The announcement creates significant buzz, promising the return of the quintessential ‘Rajshri’ touch—known for its emphasis on tradition, family values, and emotional storytelling—now infused with the modern sensibilities of its young lead pair.
The upcoming film strengthens the creative and business alliance forged between Rajshri Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films. The two production houses previously collaborated on Barjatya’s last directorial, the critically acclaimed and commercially successful 2022 film, Uunchai, which starred Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and Boman Irani.
Industry sources confirm that the positive experience and rapport built during the making of Uunchai proved instrumental in bringing this new project to fruition. Producers Mahaveer Jain and Sooraj Barjatya wasted no time, quickly setting the stage for their next venture, which will have the unmistakable Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun director at the helm.
Sources reveal that the new film is a romantic family entertainer and will fully embody the classic, feel-good style Barjatya masterfully directs. The choice of pairing the versatile Ayushmann Khurrana, known for selecting unique, socially relevant scripts, with the rising star Sharvari, suggests a fresh take on the Rajshri universe. The filmmakers aim for a film that appeals to a wide audience, blending old-world warmth with contemporary charm.
Ayushmann Khurrana, an actor celebrated for consistently pushing the envelope with his content, prepares to juggle a demanding line-up of major projects. The actor recently confirmed his collaboration with Barjatya during his appearance at the FICCI Frames 2025 event, expressing excitement about doing a film “for a wider audience.”
Khurrana is currently engaged in the final promotional activities for his highly anticipated Diwali release, the horror-comedy Thamma. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film sees him star alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, hitting cinemas on October 21.
Immediately after Thamma‘s release, Khurrana will dive straight into the Barjatya-Jain project starting November 1. Following this, the actor has also confirmed a major project with Dharma Productions, further solidifying his diverse cinematic calendar for the coming year.
Sharvari, who makes her first on-screen pairing with Ayushmann Khurrana, has quickly emerged as a talent to watch. The actress recently garnered widespread praise for her role in the horror-comedy Munjya, which established her as a strong box-office draw.
Sharvari currently dedicates her time to an intensive shooting schedule for her upcoming ventures before joining the Rajshri set in Mumbai on November 1. Her most significant project on the horizon is Yash Raj Films‘ first female-led spy-thriller, Alpha. In Alpha, Sharvari shares the screen with an all-star cast, including Alia Bhatt and Bobby Deol, with the film slated for a massive Christmas release this year.
The new Rajshri-Mahaveer Jain film, therefore, positions both Ayushmann and Sharvari perfectly in the family-entertainer space, contrasting their high-octane action and horror commitments. As the cameras roll on November 1, the industry eagerly anticipates the magic this powerful new collaborative team will create, promising a nostalgic yet novel cinematic treat for moviegoers.
