Sreeleela and Sidharth Malhotra to Team Up for Raaj Shaandilyaa’s Next? Here’s What We Know

Rising star Sreeleela continues to make waves across Indian cinema. After building a strong presence in the South and gearing up for her big Bollywood debut with Kartik Aaryan, the actress is now rumored to be pairing up with Sidharth Malhotra for an exciting new project.
Buzz in the industry suggests that Sreeleela might headline a commercial entertainer directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the filmmaker behind the Dream Girl franchise known for his crowd-pleasing comic sensibilities. While no official announcement has been made yet, speculation grew after Sreeleela was recently spotted with well-known producer Mahaveer Jain.
Fueling the rumors further, Jain posted a photo with the actress on Instagram, captioning it, “Wish to see the soulful Aanand L Rai Sir’s magic with brilliant & beautiful SreeLeela.” Though ambiguous, the post has led many to believe that talks are underway for a potential collaboration that could also involve director Aanand L Rai.
Sreeleela’s popularity has seen a steady rise even before her Bollywood debut. She gained widespread attention with her electrifying dance in Guntur Kaaram‘s viral number “Kurchi Madathapetti”, and her recent appearance in “Kissiki” from the much-awaited Pushpa 2: The Rule has only boosted her visibility nationwide.
If the rumored project with Sidharth Malhotra materializes, it could mark a pivotal moment in her career, launching her into mainstream Hindi cinema with a bang. With her energetic screen presence and a growing fan base, Sreeleela seems well on track to become a truly pan-India star.
On the other hand, Sidharth Malhotra, currently in New York supporting wife Kiara Advani’s Met Gala appearance, is also gearing up for a packed schedule. He is set to star in Vvan – Force of the Forest, a folk thriller opposite Sara Ali Khan, and in the romantic comedy Param Sundari alongside Janhvi Kapoor.
While fans await an official confirmation, the prospect of Sreeleela and Sidharth coming together on screen is already generating a lot of buzz. If confirmed, it would bring a refreshing new pairing to Bollywood’s commercial space.