- By Sidhi Agarwall
- Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Chand Mera Dil Release Date Out: Ananya Panday, is all set to return to the silver screen with a sweeping romantic saga titled Chand Mera Dil. Starring alongside Lakshya, the film is one of the most anticipated releases from Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions for the 2026 summer season.
Karan Johar Announces Chand Mera Dil Movie's Release Date
Taking to Instagram on Monday, Karan Johar unveiled a series of dreamy first-look posters that have already sent fans into a frenzy. The posters introduce Ananya as Chandni and Lakshya as Aarav, capturing the essence of a love story that spans from innocent infatuation to the testing realities of life. Karan Johar captioned the post, "A love story where…life happens faster than love. Chand Mera Dil in cinemas 22nd May, 2026." Directed by Vivek Soni, known for the critically acclaimed Meenakshi Sundareshwar, the film is being touted as a tribute to classic, soulful Bollywood romances.
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Box Office Clash: Chand Mera Dil vs Bandar
While fans are excited, the film’s journey at the box office won't be a solitary one. Chand Mera Dil is set for a high-profile clash with Bobby Deol’s gritty drama Bandar, directed by Anurag Kashyap, which also hits theatres on 22 May. With the music of Chand Mera Dil composed by the hit duo Sachin-Jigar, the industry is eager to see if the musical romance can hold its own against Kashyap’s hard-hitting narrative.
Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s Upcoming Projects
Ananya Panday is currently on a professional high. Although her 2025 Christmas release Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri alongside Kartik Aaryan received mixed reviews, she recently wrapped up the shoot for the second season of her popular Prime Video series Call Me Bae in Thailand.
On the other hand, Lakshya has become a superstar following the immense success of the Netflix series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. Additionally rumours about his exit from Dostana 2 have been circulating