In a new development, Shahid Kapoor will direct a sci-fi romantic comedy directed by Amit SharmaThe filmmaker behind ‘Tevar’ (2015), ‘Lust Stories 2’ (2023) and Maidaan (2024). The film will follow a married couple on the brink of divorce who accidentally switch bodies after a failed scientific experiment, a premise that echoes the Italian film ‘Husband & Wife’, and has been described as a heart-wrenching comedy-drama with sharp wit and emotional depth. The female lead is yet to be decided, with the producers in discussions with both Kiara Advani and Janhvi Kapoor. The project is expected to go on floors in late 2026, targeting mid-2027.According to Variety India, the sci-fi comedy centers on a married couple headed for divorce who are forced into each other’s lives after a literal science experiment goes wrong and they swap bodies. Navigating each other’s daily routines creates the film’s comedy, while both characters appreciate each other’s perspective.The premise draws comparisons to the Italian film ‘Husband & Wife’ and is close in theme to Shahid’s 2024 hit ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’ – a sci-fi comedy that did well at the box office. Interestingly, Maddock Films is already developing a ‘TBMAUJ’ sequel, making this new project a complement to Shahid’s deliberate sci-fi romance position.
The leading lady of the film: Kiara Advani or Janhvi Kapoor?
The report also says that two names are being discussed for the female lead of the film. Kiara Advani, starring in Kapoor’s ‘Kabir Singh’, would be the reunion of one of Bollywood’s most recent successful couples. It would mark Janhvi Kapoor pairing up with Shahid for the first time, a refreshing new pairing on screen.
Shahid Kapoor’s job board
Shahid is currently filming Season 2 of Prime Video India’s ‘Farzi’ – Raj & DK’s black comedy thriller, reprising his role as Sunny alongside Vijay Sethupathi, Kay Kay Menon, Raashii Khanna and Bhuvan Arora.Next up on her theatrical slate is Homi Adajania’s ‘Cocktail 2’, which will hit theaters on June 21, 2026.
About “Cocktail 2”.
‘Cocktail 2’ is directed by Homi Adajania, who directed the beloved 2012 original starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. The sequel stars Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon in lead roles, marking the first time Rashmika will share screen space with Shahid and Kriti. They have already released their first song “Jab Talak” receiving a warm response.Like its predecessor, ‘Cocktail 2’ explores modern relationships, love and heartbreak, revisiting the emotional themes of the original through an entirely new cast of characters. The film will be released on June 21, 2026.
