Anurag Basu's 'Metro In Dino': A Glimpse into Urban Romance

Overview of 'Metro In Dino'

Following the acclaim of 'Life In A Metro' in 2007, director Anurag Basu is set to release 'Metro In Dino', which explores themes of urban life and romance. The film features a talented cast including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, and Saswata Chatterjee. The first look of the characters was unveiled through a teaser for the film's initial song.

Teaser and Music Details

Alongside the character reveals, the filmmakers shared a sneak peek of the song 'Zamaana Lage'. The soundtrack for 'Metro In Dino' is crafted by Pritam, with the song performed by renowned singer Arijit Singh.

Director and Production Team

Anurag Basu directs the film, which is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu, and Taani Basu.

Insights from the Music Director

Pritam, the music director, expressed his vision for the song, stating, 'With Qaisar Ul Jafri’s timeless poetry, we aimed to rejuvenate the ghazal form—not merely as nostalgia but as something that resonates emotionally in today's context. A ghazal can maintain its poetic essence while being arranged in a contemporary style.'

Release Date and Future Projects

'Metro In Dino' is scheduled to hit theaters on July 4, 2025. Looking ahead, Anurag Basu is also set to direct 'Aashiqui 3', although there has been some controversy regarding the film's title. He mentioned, 'I’m unsure of the current title; filming begins this month. We haven’t finalized the female lead yet, but an announcement will be made soon.'

Casting Updates

The film features Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela. There were speculations about Triptii Dimri being cast opposite Aaryan, but Sreeleela has been confirmed. Addressing the rumors about Triptii, Basu clarified, 'Her image was not a factor. I would never judge an actor based on their previous roles. The story of Aashiqui has evolved, and I’m not sure where those rumors originated.'

Previous Work

Anurag Basu's last directorial venture was 'Ludo', released in 2020, which is currently available for streaming on Netflix.