Aanand L. Rai is back to destroy and rebuild your heart! After a powerhouse performance in the theaters, the Dhanush and Kriti Sanon starrer Tere Ishq Mein—the spiritual successor to the cult classic Raanjhanaa—is finally ready for its digital premiere. If you missed the raw intensity and the tragic beauty of Banaras on the big screen, your wait to stream it at home is almost over.
- Streaming Platform: Netflix
- OTT Release Date: January 23, 2026
- Cast: Dhanush, Kriti Sanon, Prakash Raj, Priyanshu Painyuli, Tota Roy Chowdhury, and Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub
- Languages: Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu
- Plot: The story follows Shankar (Dhanush), a hot-headed student leader who becomes the subject of a psychology thesis by Mukti (Kriti Sanon). What starts as a professional case study spirals into a dark, obsessive, and violent saga of unrequited love that spans years, leading Shankar from the streets of Banaras to the cockpits of the Indian Air Force.
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
- Genre: Romantic Drama / Action
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Worth a Look
- Who Will Like It: Fans of intense, "destructive" romance like Raanjhanaa and Kabir Singh, and anyone who appreciates soul-baring performances and A.R. Rahman’s musical magic.
- Why to Watch: Watch it for Dhanush’s masterclass in acting—his portrayal of a "warped" yet vulnerable lover is haunting. The chemistry between him and Kriti Sanon brings a fresh yet heavy emotional weight to the screen.
- Verdict: A Must-Watch. It is a messy, magical, and deeply emotional roller-coaster that proves Aanand L. Rai is the undisputed king of tragic small-town romance.
Quick Highlights
- The Connection: The film is considered a "spiritual successor" to the 2013 hit Raanjhanaa, marking the third collaboration between Dhanush and director Aanand L. Rai.
- Plot: Set against the backdrop of Banaras, the story follows Shankar (Dhanush), a man with an obsessive and intense approach to love, and Mukti (Kriti Sanon), who is grappling with emotional scars from her past.
- Box Office: The film was a commercial success, crossing the ₹150 crore mark worldwide, making it one of the biggest Hindi hits for Dhanush to date.
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