Updated On: 04 February, 2026 03:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Alia Bhatt will headline the high-concept relationship drama Housewife, directed by Drishyam 2 filmmaker Abhishek Pathak. Rajkummar Rao is reportedly in talks to play the male lead, marking their first on-screen collaboration if finalised

Alia Bhatt; Abhishek Pathak and Rajkummar Rao
Alia Bhatt is on a roll with some impressive and massive projects in her kitty. As she gears up for Alpha and Love and War this year, details of her new collaboration are now out. The actress is all set to team up with Drishyam 2 director Abhishek Pathak for a high-concept relationship drama. If reports are to be believed, Rajkummar Rao will star alongside her, marking their first collaboration.
As per a report in Variety India, “Alia is teaming up with Drishyam 2 director Abhishek Pathak for a high-concept relationship drama, titled Housewife. The actress will essay the role of a housewife in what’s being described as a topical narrative centered around a married couple.”