Bollywood is buzzing with news surrounding South actress Sai Pallavi's grand entry into the Hindi film industry in 2026. She is set to star in two highly anticipated Hindi films, 'Mere Raho' and 'Ramayan'. Her debut alongside Junaid Khan in 'Mere Raho' has particularly garnered attention, not just for the fresh pairing, but also due to persistent confusion surrounding its release date.
'Mere Raho' Release Date Controversy Initially slated for an April 24, 2026 release, reports from Bollywood Hungama and Mid-Day now suggest that 'Mere Raho' might be pushed to July 2026. This shift has sparked considerable speculation within the industry.
* Original Plan: April 24, 2026, considered a suitable time by makers. * New Reports: Film likely to be delayed until July 2026. * Industry Insight: July is seen as a more favorable month for romantic films, offering better scope, repeat viewing potential, and limited screen competition, away from the bustling festival season. * Producer's Caution: Aamir Khan Productions is reportedly very cautious about the release date, aiming for an optimal slot.
Clash with Big Banner Films A major reason speculated for this delay is the impending clash with other major releases in April 2026. Salman Khan's 'Battle of Galwan' is scheduled for April 17, 2026. Following closely, May 1 will see the release of 'Raja Shivaji' and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'. It is believed that the makers of 'Mere Raho' want to avoid this crowded period to secure a better box office opportunity.
Production Details and Teaser Plans 'Mere Raho' is an official remake of the 2011 Korean film 'One Day'. The romantic saga commenced its shooting in December 2023 in Mumbai and later moved to Sapporo, Japan, for its snow festival schedule in early 2024, where images of Junaid and Sai Pallavi surfaced. Interestingly, the film was initially rumored for a Valentine's Day 2024 release but was postponed due to Junaid's debut film 'Lavyapa'.
Fans might get their first glimpse of 'Mere Raho' sooner than expected. Aamir Khan Productions' next film, 'Happy Patel Dangerous Spy', starring Vir Das, is set to release on January 16, and it is widely anticipated that the first teaser of 'Mere Raho' will be attached to it.
