Fawad Khan–Vaani's Abir Gulaal skips India, to release worldwide on August 29

'Abir Gulaal', a romantic drama featuring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Indian actor Vaani Kapoor, is scheduled to release worldwide on August 29, excluding India. This follows the postponement of its Indian release after Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir.

The film, previously titled "Abir Gulaal", will be shown in over 75 countries, including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. "'Aabeer Gulaal' will be releasing on August 29 worldwide except India. It is releasing in 75+ countries like UK, UAE, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand," a source close to the film confirmed PTI. In the UK, the film will be distributed by Indian Stories Limited.

Initially set for an Indian release on May 9, the movie's debut was halted following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, which



claimed 26 lives. After the attack, several trade organisations, including the All Indian Cine Workers Association, called for a ban on Pakistani artistes in the Indian film industry.

The film, directed by Aarti S Bagdi and produced by Vivek Agrawal, would have marked Khan's return to Bollywood. However, his social media accounts and those of several other Pakistani artistes were blocked in India. The escalating tensions between India and Pakistan contributed to this situation.

Described as a "feel-good, fiery romance", 'Abir Gulaal' explores themes of unexpected connections and second chances. "What begins as rivalry slowly simmers into something deeper neither is ready for. But love demands more than chemistry — it asks them both to heal, forgive, and grow," says the official logline.