Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions has officially announced the release date for the highly anticipated romantic drama Chand Mera Dil, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya. Directed by Vivek Soni, the film is slated to hit theaters on May 22, 2026. The announcement was made on Monday, April 6, accompanied by a series of vibrant first-look posters that capture the essence of a modern-day love story. The posters, featuring the lead pair in various settings—from a cozy bedroom to a classroom—carry the evocative tagline, “Presenting a love story where… life happens faster than love.” This marks the first on-screen collaboration between Ananya Panday and Lakshya, creating significant buzz among fans who are eager to see their fresh chemistry.
The film explores the journey of Aarav (Lakshya) and Chandni (Ananya), tracing their relationship from the innocence of first love to the complexities of growing up. The posters hint at a narrative that deals with the “syllabus of life” changing unexpectedly, suggesting that the story will explore the themes of second chances and the rapid pace of contemporary relationships. Lakshya, who gained immense acclaim for his debut in the 2024 action-thriller Kill and the 2025 series The Ba*ds of Bollywood, appears in a significantly different, romantic avatar here. Ananya Panday, coming off the back of her 2025 release, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, continues her streak with Dharma Productions in this musical love story.
Produced by Karan Johar and Hiroo Yash Johar, Chand Mera Dil is expected to be a musical treat, with an album curated to match its passionate narrative. The screenplay, co-written by Vivek Soni and Tushar Paranjape, reportedly features a significant portion set in Hyderabad. Interestingly, the film is set for a major box-office clash on May 22 with the Bobby Deol-starrer Bandar. As the summer movie season heats up, Chand Mera Dil aims to capture the hearts of the youth with its relatable take on love and life. With the release date now locked, the promotional campaign is expected to move into high gear, promising fans a soulful cinematic experience this May
