Alia wants 'Dulhania 3' with Varun, but needs right script
What's the story
Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan, who made their debut together in Karan Johar's Student of the Year in 2012, have been a favorite on-screen couple.
Their chemistry in the Dulhania franchise has charmed fans, sparking speculations of a reunion for Dulhania 3.
At a recent fan event in Mumbai, Bhatt said she would love to reunite with Dhawan but emphasized the need for a script.
Script necessity
'Dulhania 3' script: The missing piece in Bhatt-Dhawan reunion
When asked if she would be reuniting with Dhawan for Dulhania 3, Bhatt was all for it but highlighted an important prerequisite.
She said, "Han par script honi chahiye na (A script should be there)." This reiterates the need for a good story for the possible third installment of the Dulhania franchise.
Fan engagement
Bhatt's playful interaction with fans over 'Dulhania 3'
Responding to Bhatt's comment about the need for a script, fans playfully suggested they could write it themselves.
This led to a lighthearted exchange where Bhatt encouraged her fans' ideas, stating, "That's a great idea. It will be the first of its kind. Why don't you come together and write a script? It will be amazing."
On-screen chemistry
Bhatt and Dhawan's journey in the 'Dulhania' franchise
Bhatt and Dhawan have earlier shared screen space in the romantic comedies Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014) and Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017).
Their on-screen chemistry, along with their off-screen friendship, has been loved by fans.
In 2023, Johar confirmed his plans to create a third installment of the franchise but didn't give any specific timeline or details about the project.
He also quashed rumors of Janhvi Kapoor replacing Bhatt in the franchise.