Did Milap Zaveri Ever Expect Such a Warm Reception?

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Key Takeaways
- Milap Zaveri makes a strong comeback with 'Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat'.
- The film explores themes of love and obsession.
- Milap's audience reception was overwhelmingly positive.
- 'Dongri' promises high action and drama.
- Milap's writing journey continues to evolve.
Mumbai, Oct 22 (NationPress) Filmmaker Milap Zaveri, marking his return to cinema after a four-year hiatus with ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’, expressed his surprise at hearing cheers, whistles, and applause from the audience upon seeing his name on the silver screen.
Milap shared a moment on Instagram, showcasing a packed theater enjoying ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’. The excitement was palpable as the crowd erupted in cheers and whistles when his name appeared.
In his caption, he shared: “I waited 4 years for this. But never imagined I would be hearing the cheers, whistles, and applause from the mass audience on seeing my name #EkDeewaneKiDEEWANIYAT in cinemas NOW (sic.)”
The film features Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa in lead roles and is described as a musical and obsessive romantic drama.
Written by Mushtaq Shaikh and co-written by Milap Milan Zaveri, who also directed the film, it delves into intense emotions like love, obsession, and heartbreak.
Milap's upcoming project is Dongri, where he will contribute as a writer. The film is being directed by choreographer-filmmaker Remo D’Souza.
The narrative promises an exhilarating journey: a young, ambitious challenger attempts a hostile takeover of the most notorious Don ever, leading to an explosive rivalry at the story's core. Expect high-octane action, drama, and music, as stated.
Milap previously mentioned that writing 'Dongri' has been a thrilling experience, reviving the iconic crime drama genre with a modern twist.
“I believe the mix of raw emotion, impactful dialogue, and Remo Gopi D'Souza’s exceptional visual storytelling will strike a chord with the audience, ensuring that this narrative delivers the action and intensity fans have eagerly awaited,” Milap remarked.
The film is slated to begin production in February 2026, with a theatrical release planned for October 9, 2026.
It is produced by Sandeep Singh and Vishal Gurnani, with co-production from Juhi Parekh Mehta, Vicky Jain, and Golden Hour Production. The music is composed by Sachin-Jigar.