Rahul Roy, an actor who became popular after his debut Mahesh BhattThe iconic 1990 romantic drama ‘Aashiqui’ has made a rare appearance in Mumbai, setting off a wave of nostalgia online. Now she is making headlines after being spotted in a different look in Mumbai, which left many fans doing a double take, even as her quiet and understated charm remained very much intact.
Rahul Roy is seen at Versova in Mumbai
Dressed in a cream T-shirt and denim jeans, Rahul Roy cut a very different image from his early 1990s screen image. It made his appearance almost unrecognizable at first glance. The fans quickly picked up on the vague sighting; many closely associate it with one of Bollywood’s most beloved romantic films. The images have since been widely circulated on social media.
More about ‘Aashiqui’
Released in 1990 and directed by Mahesh Bhatt, ‘Aashiqui’ remains one of Hindi cinema’s most enduring musical romances. Rahul Roy starred opposite Anu Aggarwal in the story of two young dreamers, Rahul, an aspiring singer, and Anu, hoping to build a career in modeling, whose relationship is tested by ambition, ego and circumstances.
The film featured Deepak Tijori, Avtar Gill, Tom Alter, Reema Lagoo, Mushtaq Khan and Javed Khan in supporting roles. The film became a cultural phenomenon, fueled by the music composed by Nadeem-Shravan. For decades, his songs continue to find new audiences and remain staples in nostalgia playlists.The film’s enduring popularity eventually inspired a spiritual sequel, ‘Aashiqui 2’ (2013), starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor.
What has Rahul Roy been up to lately?
Rahul Roy was last seen in ‘Agra’, a psychological drama directed by Kanu Behl, starring Mohit Agarwal and Priyanka Bose. The film was released in Indian theaters in November 2025.
