Sunny Deol hints at a title change of his upcoming movie 'Lahore 1947'; says, 'Meri dher saari films…'
Times of India
by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESKFebruary 14, 2026
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Sunny Deol, the popular Bollywood actor known for his recent string of successful films, has hinted at a potential title change for his upcoming movie *Lahore 1947*. During an interview with ANI, Deol mentioned that while the film is based on the celebrated stage play *Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya O Jamyai Nai* by Asghar Wajahat, the final title remains uncertain. He shared, “Meri dher saari films aane wali hain. Unme se ek 'Lahore 1947' hai… Shayad title change ho sakta hai, shayad wohi rakhe” (I have several films in the pipeline. One of them is *Lahore 1947*… though the title may change, or it might ultimately stay the same). The film, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced with Aamir Khan’s backing, is scheduled for release in August.
*Lahore 1947* marks a significant chapter in Deol’s career as he continues to deliver back-to-back hits. The actor expressed his excitement about working on this project, which has been in development for years. Rajkumar Santoshi first approached Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt to bring the story to the big screen but faced challenges that led to the project being shelved. Now, with Sunny Deol on board, the film is poised to make a strong impact. The director is reportedly thrilled to have his “first choice” for the lead role.
The film’s cast also includes Karan Deol, Sunny’s son, who will feature in a significant capacity. This adds a personal touch to the project and further underscores its potential appeal. While details about the plot remain scarce, the connection to the iconic stage
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/14/2026