Sreeleela was set to make her Bollywood debut opposite Kartik Aaryan in Anurag Basu’s romantic drama. However, the film has been facing continuous delays, and according to a report in Deccan Chronicle, Sreeleela’s debut plans have now changed. The actress is reportedly set to be introduced to Hindi cinema with Diler.
“The first look was unveiled in February 2025, and the film was planned for a Christmas release. But Saiyaara set a new benchmark for romantic dramas, and the makers didn’t want another intense love story arriving too soon. The underperformance of Kartik’s Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri further complicated matters. With Kartik now busy shooting Nagzilla, Basu’s film remains in limbo,” the report stated about Anurag Basu’s film.
Diler features Saif Ali Khan’s son, Ibrahim Ali Khan, as the protagonist, and the makers are aiming to release the film during the Diwali weekend. Directed by Kunal Deshmukh, Diler is bankrolled by Maddock Films.