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

Akshaye Khanna is being lauded for his standout performance in Dhurandhar, with Arshad Warsi praising his talent and independent nature. However, controversy surrounds him after a producer accused him of unprofessional behaviour following his exit from Drishyam 3.