When Arbaaz Khan read Maine Pyar Kiya Phir Se’s script, he knew he wanted to lead Sabir Sheikh’s directorial venture. If he needed another factor to reinforce his faith in the script, it was right there — Dharmendra was part of the cast. “The story’s emotional depth connected with me. When I saw the names attached to the project, especially Dharamji, it felt like the right film,” says Khan. It will mark Dharmendra and Khan’s reunion 27 years after Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998).  

A lot has changed in these 20-plus years. But Dharmendra is happy to note that his co-star has remained the same over the decades. Having met Khan at the film’s mahurat last week, the veteran actor shares, “It was lovely reconnecting with Arbaaz after so long. At the mahurat, we spoke about Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya. It brought back beautiful memories. Arbaaz hasn’t changed at all — he is still the grounded, respectful, and good-natured person he always was.”

(From left) Arbaaz Khan, Dharmendra and Salman Khan in Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya