Pankaj Tripathi and Aditi Rao Hydari are coming together for the first time, and the wait is almost over. Their film Parivarik ManuRanjan will premiere on Sony LIV on November 13. It will not release in theatres. It goes straight to OTT.
When and Where to Watch Parivarik ManuRanjan
- Release date: November 13, 2026
- Platform: Sony LIV
- Type: Sony LIV original film (Direct-to-digital release)
- Genre: Family romantic comedy
Earlier, the makers had only said the film would come in November. Now the exact premiere date is officially confirmed.
What Is Parivarik ManuRanjan About?
The film is a light and warm family love story. The makers describe it as a mix of romance, humour and family drama.
The teaser gives us a small peek into the premise. Aditi Rao Hydari plays Helen, who comes from Delhi to Ranjan Dubey’s home to work as a property manager and housekeeper. Pankaj Tripathi plays Ranjan Dubey, who is unmarried and lives alone. From here, an unusual and delightful love story begins.
Sony LIV shared the teaser with a fun tagline: “Pyaar Manu aur Ranjan ka, bana manuranjan sabhi ka.”
Cast and Crew
- Lead actors: Pankaj Tripathi and Aditi Rao Hydari
- Director: Varun V. Sharma, who earlier directed Bunty Aur Babli 2
- Producers: Vinod Bhanushali, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, Kamlesh Bhanushali and Alicia Zafar
- Production houses: Bhanushali Studios and AAZ Films
This film also marks the first joint collaboration between Bhanushali Studios and AAZ Films.
Shooting Details
Filming began in Lucknow in June 2025. The story is firmly set in the Hindi heartland, and the creative team wanted the film to feel authentic, grounded, and close to home.
What the Stars Said
Aditi Rao Hydari recently spoke about sharing screen space with Pankaj Tripathi. She called his sense of humour “effortless & natural.”
Pankaj had earlier praised the script, describing it as a “very beautiful story.” He warmly compared its narrative style to the gentle, family-friendly cinema of legendary filmmaker Hrishikesh Mukherjee.
Director Varun V. Sharma has also voiced his affection for the project, noting that the film is “close to my heart.”
Why This Film Is Getting Attention
- A fresh pairing: Pankaj Tripathi and Aditi Rao Hydari have never worked together before, making their chemistry an exciting prospect for fans.
- A family-friendly story: Clean, funny films that the whole family can sit together and watch are rare in today's OTT space.
- Pankaj’s impeccable comic timing: Audiences love seeing Pankaj in warm, humorous, and relatable roles.
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