De De Pyaar De 2 – A Deep Dive into the 2025 Bollywood Drama-Romance

Poster of De De Pyaar De 2 (2025) featuring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh and R. Madhavan
Official theatrical poster of De De Pyaar De 2 (released 14 November 2025)

The eagerly awaited Bollywood film De De Pyaar De 2, scheduled to hit theatres on 14 November 2025, is set to deliver a fresh chapter in the drama-romance genre with a star-studded cast and family-drama stakes. 
Here’s everything you need to know about the release date, story summary, cast & crew, songs, trailer, OTT update and any buzz around controversies or news.


Release Date & Basic Details

  • Release Date: 14 November 2025. 
  • Language: Hindi. 
  • Genre: Drama, Romance. 
  • Production Houses: Luv Films and T‑Series. 
  • Director: Anshul Sharma. 
  • Writers: Tarun Jain and Luv Ranjan. 
  • Cinematography: Sudhir K. Chaudhary. 
  • Music Composers: Tanishk Bagchi, The Islanders, Rochak Kohli, Amaal Mallik, Rajat Nagpal, Oaff, Vipin Patwa, Savera, Hitesh Sonik, Manish J. Tipu. 
  • Producers: Ankur Garg, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Luv Ranjan. 


Story Summary

Picking up in the spirit of its predecessor, the sequel follows the irrepressible comedic-romantic trope with an emotional twist. In De De Pyaar De 2, we meet Ashish Mehra (portrayed by Ajay Devgn) who embarks on the next phase of his unconventional relationship. 

Ashish, a successful NRI investor based in London, is romantically involved with a much younger woman, Ayesha Khurana (Rakul Preet Singh). He now decides to visit Ayesha’s family to seek their approval for the relationship – after already securing his own family’s blessing. 

What follows is a layered comedy-drama of generational conflicts, age-gap tensions and ‘pyaar vs parivaar’ (love vs family) moves. Ayesha’s father, Rajji Khurana (played by R. Madhavan) enters the fray, leading to witty one-upmanship, emotional confrontations and heartfelt moments that test both love and family bonds. Wikipedia+1

The story promises to balance romance with emotional stakes, humour with heart, and characters who are relatable yet larger than life. It’s a tale about acceptance, societal norms, unconventional love and the chaos that often follows when two families collide.


Cast & Key Actors

Here’s a snapshot of the main cast of the film:

  • Ajay Devgn as Ashish Mehra – the NRI investor navigating love and family. 
  • R. Madhavan as Rajji Khurana – Ayesha’s father, who brings generational and emotional heft to the story. 
  • Rakul Preet Singh as Ayesha Khurana – The young woman whose love stands at the centre of the narrative. 
  • Additional cast includes Tabu, Jimmy Shergill, Neha Sharma, Johny Lever, Sada, Sunny Singh, Satish Shah, and Madhumalti Kapoor. 

It’s worth noting that while Tabu was a significant part of the first film, her role in the sequel may differ or be more limited, according to some reports. 


Director & Writing Team

The film is directed by Anshul Sharma, who takes the reins for this sequel. The writers Tarun Jain and Luv Ranjan have worked together to craft a script that stays true to the spirit of the original while raising the stakes on love, family and generational shifts.

Producers Ankur Garg, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar and Luv Ranjan bring their experience to the table via production houses Luv Films and T-Series, aiming to deliver a commercial entertainer with emotional grounding.


Trailer Info

The official trailer for De De Pyaar De 2 was scheduled for release on 14 October 2025, about a month ahead of the theatrical release. 

Early responses to the trailer have been positive, highlighting the chemistry between the leads, the comedic-emotional conflicts and the production values. In a fun note, during the trailer-launch event, Ajay Devgn jokingly remarked that this film could also be regarded as a “sequel to” his older film Shaitaan (2019) with R. Madhavan, hinting at their onscreen rapport. 

Songs & Music Tracks

Music plays a significant role in setting the tone for the film. Some of the confirmed tracks are:

  • “Raat Bhar” (Artists: Aditya Rikhari, Payal Dev) – duration approx. 3:10. 
  • “Jhoom Sharaabi” (Artist: Yo Yo Honey Singh) – duration approx. 4:16. 
  • “3 Shaukk” – recently released promotional song in November 2025 with Punjabi flavour, sung by Avvy Sra & Karan Aujla, lyrics by Jaani & Karan Aujla. 

The film’s soundtrack boasts a multi-composer lineup: Tanishk Bagchi, The Islanders, Rochak Kohli, Amaal Mallik, Rajat Nagpal, Oaff, Vipin Patwa, Savera, Hitesh Sonik, Manish J. Tipu. Such diversity suggests a blend of romance, dance numbers and emotional ballads. 


OTT Release Update

As of now, there is no official announcement for the digital/OTT release date of De De Pyaar De 2. Platforms like JustWatch list the streaming release as “coming soon”. 

Given the theatrical release on 14 November 2025, one can expect the OTT window to be disclosed shortly thereafter – typically within 8-12 weeks in the current Bollywood model, but wait for official word from the producers.


Controversy & News Highlights

  • The release date has seen some shifts: Initially slated for mid-2025 (May), the date was moved to 14 November 2025
  • The promotional song “3 Shaukk” has drawn attention for its energetic Punjabi vibe and fans noting similarities with older Bollywood songs in terms of hook and rhythm. 
  • Ajay Devgn’s comment at the trailer launch that De De Pyaar 2 also felt like a “sequel to Shaitaan” (his earlier film with R. Madhavan) generated buzz and created a lighthearted narrative around their pairing. 

None of these controversies appear major in nature; rather they reflect the promotional chatter typical of high-profile Bollywood releases.


Why This Film Matters

For fans of contemporary Indian cinema, De De Pyaar De 2 stands out for several reasons:

  1. The age-gap romance premise continues to provide both humour and social commentary, making it a talking film rather than just another love story.
  2. The addition of R. Madhavan as the father figure brings inter-generational conflict to the fore — adding depth beyond the usual rom-com tropes.
  3. With a strong ensemble cast and experienced production teams (Luv Films & T-Series), the film is positioned to appeal to both young audiences and family viewers.
  4. The multi-composer soundtrack promises variety — from Punjabi party numbers to emotional melodies — enhancing its commercial appeal.
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