Fashion designer Manish Malhotra’s debut production, starring Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh, has been postponed to a later date this month.
While the film “Gustaakh Ishq” was originally set to release in November 21, it has been postponed to a week later to November 28, Malhotra announced on his Instagram handle on Wednesday.
Sharing the new release date for the film on social media, the makers wrote, “Mark your calendars, ishq has a new date for y’all (Smiling Face with Hearts Emoji) #GustaakhIshq is now releasing on 28th November, 2025 (sic).”
The makers further shared a new motion poster for the drama, where Vijay can be seen lovingly looking at Sana, while she blows bubbles on his face.
The film will also feature Naseeruddin Shah and Sharib Hashmi in key roles.
Set in the vibrant lanes of Old Delhi, the teaser of “Gustaakh Ishq” exudes a strong sense of retro romance. The drama will be backed under Manish Malhotra’s home banner Stage5 Production, marking his primary project as a producer.
Directed by Vibhu Puri, the film features music composed by Vishal Bhardwaj with lyrics penned by Gulzar, while cinematographer Manush Nandan has handled the visual storytelling of this romantic entertainer.
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Speaking about making his way into production, Manish Malhotra said, “My love for cinema began in childhood. The silver screen was my doorway to the world..watching colours, clothes, music, and lifestyles unfold in cinema halls shaped my imagination and inspired me to become a designer. Today, stepping into film production feels like my way of giving back to the medium that has given me everything. With Stage5 Production, the journey ahead is about embracing the unexpected ; through stories, genres, and films that continue to surprise and inspire.”












