Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 25 (ANI): After excelling in the world of
fashion, ace designer Manish Malhotra has made yet another big move in the world
of cinema, debuting as a producer with ‘Gustaakh Ishq.’
The teaser for the film was unveiled on Monday, August 25, giving a glimpse
from Manish Malhotra’s “daring story of love – ishq.”
The teaser hints at a period romance, focusing on the budding love story between the
characters of Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh. Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah
also makes an enigmatic appearance, adding more layers to the narrative.
Set in the bylanes of Purani Dilli and the fading kothis of Punjab, ‘Gustaakh Ishq’
promises a love story of passion and unspoken desire, from a world where architecture
holds memory and music carries longing, the makers said, as per the press release.
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Directed by Vibhu Puri, the film has a talented ensemble with music from Vishal
Bhardwaj, lyrics from Gulzar, sound by Resul Pookutty, and cinematography by Manush
Nandan.
Besides Vijay Sharma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Naseeruddin Shah in the lead roles, the
film also features actor Sharib Hashmi in a prominent part.
Opening up about his debut as a film producer, 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.”
Produced with his brother Dinesh Malhotra, under his own banner, Stage5 Production,
‘Gustaakh Ishq’ marks a new chapter for Manish Malhotra, one that looks back at the
magic of classic storytelling while stepping into the future of Indian cinema.
The film is set to hit theatres in November 2025.