Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal Release In Limbo, Theatres Don't Want Pakistani Actor's Film After Pahalgam Attack: Report

Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor's film Abir Gulaal might miss its May 9 theatrical release. Directed by Aarti Bagdi, the romance drama's release will likely be affected after the terrorist attack in Pahlagam. This project was supposed to be Pakistani actor Fawad's comeback to the Hindi film industry. His last Bollywood film was Karan Johar's Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

Pakistani actor Fawad Khan was ready to make his Bollywood comeback with Abir Gulaal. Nine years after his last Hindi film release (Ae Dil Hai Mushkil), his new romantic drama opposite Vaani Kapoor was scheduled for a May 9 release. However, it seems there's uncertainty over its theatrical release after the terrorist attack on civilians in Kashmir.

Approximately 28 innocent lives were lost during the terror attack in Pahlagam. After this incident, theatre owners are reportedly not ready to take the Pakistani actor's film. Abir Gulaal's May 9 release in limbo? According to a Hindustan Times report, Abir Gulaal's release might be delayed as exhibitors are worried about its fate after the Pahalgam terror attack.

For the uninitiated, the attack prompted netizens to oppose Fawad and Vaani's film releasing in India. Sources informed the publication that exhibitors are wary of screening Abir Gulaal and don't wish to take the film, as they fear backlash. "The production house is trying to negotiate with them, but it looks unlikely that Abir Gulaal will release on May 9 for now.

The film's release may be pushed back till things are sorted. But when that will happen is uncertain as theatres do not want to take a film with a Pakistani actor now," a source told the publication. ALSO READ - Ridhi Dogra Shuts Down Troll, Says Worked With Fawad Khan In Abir Gulaal When Govt Allowed: I Stand By Laws Fawad Khan condemns Pahalgam terrorist attack On April 24, Fawad took to his Instagram stories, condemning the heinous attack on civilians in Pahalgam.

"Deeply saddened to hear the news of the heinous attack in Pahalgam. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrifying incident, and we pray for strength and healing for their families in this difficult time (sic)," the Pakistani actor wrote. Meanwhile, Abir Gulaal is produced by Vivek Agrawal, Firuzi Khan, Avantika Hari, and Rakesh Sippy.

Apart from Fawad and Vaani, the film features Ridhi Dogra in a pivotal role. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Bollywood, Entertainment News and around the world..