Here is the breakdown of the announcement that has fans listening to "Kheech Meri Photo" on loop today.
The Announcement: "A Reboot is in Store" 🐻
The Confirmation: Taking to Instagram yesterday (Thursday, Feb 5), producer Deepak Mukut penned an emotional note celebrating a decade of the film. He explicitly stated:
"But the story doesn't end here, there is a reboot in store."
The Status: While earlier reports from 2025 targeted a Valentine's Day 2026 release, the film is currently in the development stage. The story is locked, but cameras are yet to roll.
Cast Update: Harshvardhan Returns, Mawra is Out 💔 The Hero: Harshvardhan Rane is confirmed to reprise his role (or play a new avatar in the spiritual sequel). He has previously expressed his commitment to the franchise, calling it his "old friend."
The Heroine: In a major casting shift, the original leading lady Mawra Hocane (Saru) will not be returning.
The Reason: Directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru confirmed her exit following controversies over her political comments in 2025.
The Replacement: The search for a new female lead is currently underway.
Why It’s a Cult Classic 🎻
The History: When it released in 2016, Sanam Teri Kasam was an average grosser. However, over the last 10 years, it found a massive second life on streaming/TV, becoming a modern-day Aashiqui.
The Re-release: Its theatrical re-release in February 2025 was a surprise blockbuster, proving the audience's hunger for this tragic romance.
SantaBanta Verdict: Ten years later, the "ugly duckling" story is getting a new chapter. While we will miss Saru, seeing Harshvardhan Rane return to the franchise that made him a star is the Valentine's gift we needed. Just keep the tissues ready!
