Two talented leading ladies, one legendary designer — and a whole lot of excitement!
Actresses Rakul Preet Singh and Wamiqa Gabbi are all set to bring fashion and film together in a way that’s making headlines even before the camera starts rolling. For the very first time, both actresses will be collaborating with ace couturier Manish Malhotra for their respective upcoming films — and their enthusiasm is evident.
Taking to social media, Manish Malhotra gave fans a glimpse into his costume trials with Rakul. Sharing a cheerful selfie with the actress, he wrote: “Costume trial — first film together!”
Rakul, who is currently immersed in the shoot of De De Pyaar De 2, couldn’t hide her excitement. Re-sharing Manish’s post, she wrote:“Yayy so happy to finally work on a film together… Can’t wait to bring your magic onscreen.”
The collaboration marks a fashion milestone for Rakul, who has long admired Manish’s iconic design sensibilities. Known for his grandeur and cinematic flair, Manish’s involvement in the film has already set style expectations soaring.
Meanwhile, actress Wamiqa Gabbi also shared her joy about working with the celebrated designer for the first time. Posting a photo with Manish from her costume trial, she wrote, “I am dancing inside. Thank you for being the icon that you are.”
Wamiqa, who is riding high on the success of her recent performances in both films and OTT projects, is stepping into a new cinematic space — and with Manish’s creative vision on board, fans can expect nothing short of a visual treat.
For Rakul, De De Pyaar De 2 is shaping up to be one of the most awaited sequels of 2025. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the film sees her reprising her role as Ayesha Khurana, alongside Ajay Devgn as Ashish Mehra. This time, R. Madhavan joins the cast as Ayesha’s father, Dev Khurana, promising some fresh dynamics in the storyline. The film also stars Tabu, Jimmy Shergill, Alok Nath, and Inayat Sood, with Tamannaah Bhatia and Prakash Raj making cameo appearances. The film is slated for release on November 14, 2025.
As for Wamiqa Gabbi, the actress is juggling a packed schedule, including some high-profile projects yet to be announced. Her collaboration with Manish hints at a possible big-screen venture, and fans are eagerly waiting for more details to unfold.
For now, fans are loving the sneak peeks — and if the smiles in the selfies are any indication, this is just the beginning of something truly magical.