It was reported earlier in the day that Neeraj Pandey`s next will feature Sidharth Malhotra and Manoj Bajpayee in the lead.

The film is touted to be a 2018 Republic Day release.

Lead actor Sidharth Malhotra has now taken to Twitter to reveal the name of the film. The film in question is titled `Aiyaary`.

Aiyaary is a real life story revolving around the relationship between a mentor and a protege.

Sharing the film`s first poster Sidharth tweeted, "Super Excited to be in #aiyaary Neeraj Pandeys next ! Releasing 26th January 2018@neerajpofficial"

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Director Neeraj Pandey tweeted," . @Aiyaary directorial next after #MSDhoniTheUntoldStory @S1dharthM @BajpayeeManoj #Aiyaary releasing on #26Jan2018"

The poster was also shared by Neeraj Pandey`s A Wednesday, Special 26, Baby, M.S Dhoni : The Untold Story and Naam Shabana actor Anupam Kher. The veteran actor tweeted, "Congratulations & good luck @neerajpofficial for a new journey. I am sure #Aiyaary will be another milestone film from you. Jai Ho.:)"

The story is set in Delhi, London, and Kashmir. Neeraj who likes to shoot in real locations will be shooting parts of it in the Valley. The film will go on floors in May 2017.

Presented by Reliance Entertainment and Plan C Studios, Aiyaary is a Friday Filmworks Productions and is produced by Shital Bhatia, The film is directed by Neeraj Pandey and is scheduled to release on 26th January 2018.