Manish Malhotra to reveal Gustaakh Ishq first look on Monday; November release announced

That love has shaped who I am, and today, it gives me the greatest joy to share a dream come true.

Fashion designer Manish Malhotra is set to debut as a film producer with Gustaakh Ishq, the first glimpse of which will be unveiled on Monday. Announcing the news on his social media, he also revealed the film's release month.

Malhotra shared that this move is driven by a lifelong passion for cinema, stating, “Since childhood, I’ve lived with a deep Ishq for cinema. The magic of the stories, the glow of the big screen and the emotions that stay long after the credits roll.” The film is being produced under his banner, Stage 5 Production.

He quoted, “That love has shaped who I am, and today, it gives me the greatest joy to share a dream come true. This November, 2025, my first film as a producer, ‘Gustaakh Ishq - Kuch Pehle Jaisa’ will release in theatres.” Another part of it read, “This Monday, I will be sharing with you the very first glimpse into the poetic world of Gustaakh Ishq.”

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With his debut production, Gustaakh Ishq, celebrated designer Manish Malhotra is shifting his creative expression from the world of fashion to the timeless art of cinema. The film represents a fusion of poetry and love, and this innovative approach has generated significant excitement among film enthusiasts, who are eagerly anticipating the result.