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Harshvardhan Rane to star in Ekta Kapoor’s gangster drama

Harshvardhan Rane to star in Ekta Kapoor’s gangster drama after ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ - Reports

Harshvardhan Rane’s Diwali hit ‘Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat’ is a big success. Now, he’s in talks to star in Ekta Kapoor’s gangster film set in Dubai. The movie promises action and drama, marking a new genre for Rane. Ekta is also busy with projects like ‘Ragini MMS 3’ starring Tamannaah Bhatia.

Harshvardhan Rane’s latest film ‘Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat’, released this Diwali, is enjoying strong box office results. Building on this momentum, reportedly, the actor is in negotiations to star in a gangster movie produced by Ekta Kapoor. The film is expected to be set in the vibrant city of Dubai, known for spotting promising talent, and showing interest in casting him.

Harshvardhan Rane to star in Ekta Kapoor’s next film

According to Pinkvilla, the script has high-octane action, crime drama, and intense character arcs, and Ekta thinks Harshvardhan Rane fits the bill. However, they are still in talks. They’re still figuring out a lot of things about the film, but it’s definitely a gangster saga with a contemporary edge. Audiences know Rane for intense love stories, and a film like this would position him in a completely different genre, giving him a fresh and edgy image.

Harshvardhan Rane’s role

As per the report, everything is almost final and Rane’s role will be complex, showing the tough and emotional sides of a gangster. This style is typical of Ekta Kapoor. If the film happens, it could be an important step for Rane’s career, making him more known for bold roles.

Ekta Kapoor’s other projects

Meanwhile, at the same time, Ekta Kapoor is producing ‘Ragini MMS 3’ featuring Tamannaah Bhatia and is involved in several other projects, including a mythological thriller directed by Anil Rahi Barve.

About ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’

‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ was released on October 21, 2025, coinciding with Diwali. Directed by Milap Zaveri and produced under the Desi Movies Factory banner, the film stars Harshvardhan Rane as Vikramaditya Bhonsle and Sonam Bajwa as Adaa Randhawa. The story revolves around Vikramaditya, a politician, who falls in love with Adaa, a free-spirited woman. The supporting cast includes Shaad Randhawa, Sachin Khedekar, Ananth Narayan Mahadevan, and Rajesh Khera, among others. Go to Source

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