Celebrating 13 Years of Aashiqui 2: Mohit Suri Reflects on the Film's Legacy

As Aashiqui 2 marks its 13th anniversary, director Mohit Suri shares behind-the-scenes memories and reflects on the film's lasting impact. He discusses why he hasn't recast the beloved duo, Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor, in subsequent films, and reveals his upcoming projects, including a new romantic drama. This celebration not only honors the film's legacy but also highlights the unique chemistry that made it a classic.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 26, 2026, 20:01 IST

Aashiqui 2 Turns 13

Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor captivated audiences with their chemistry in the romantic musical drama, Aashiqui 2, directed by Mohit Suri, which premiered on April 26, 2013. As the film celebrates its 13th anniversary today, Mohit took to social media to share previously unseen behind-the-scenes photos, reminiscing about the film's production and the special moments shared with the lead actors. In a recent interview, he discussed why he has not cast the duo together in subsequent projects.

Why Mohit Suri Didn't Recast Aditya and Shraddha

Mohit Suri on not casting Aditya-Shraddha together after Aashiqui 2

In a conversation with Variety India, Mohit explained his decision to avoid reuniting Aditya and Shraddha after their successful collaboration in Aashiqui 2. He expressed that he wanted to preserve the unique magic of their first film, acknowledging that attempts to recreate that chemistry would likely fall short. Despite this, Aditya expressed interest in working with Mohit again, prompting the director to promise him an action film, which eventually became Malang. Mohit noted that while he has successfully cast actors in various roles, he felt that trying to replicate the success of Aashiqui 2 was a challenge he couldn't overcome.

Reflecting on Aashiqui 2's Impact

Mohit Suri on 13 years of Aashiqui 2

Alongside the BTS photos, Mohit shared his thoughts on the film's enduring legacy, stating that some films shape you rather than the other way around. He reflected on the emotional moments captured during filming, expressing gratitude for the love and appreciation the movie continues to receive from audiences.

Mohit Suri's Upcoming Projects

Mohit Suri's work front

On the professional front, Mohit recently directed Saiyaara, which marked the Bollywood debuts of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The film was well-received, becoming a box office hit. He is now set to collaborate again with Ahaan and Aneet on a new intense romantic drama, which will be produced by Yash Raj Films, the same studio behind Saiyaara.