Producer Karan Johar has officially introduced his upcoming love story Chand Mera Dil with a series of striking posters. Featuring Ananya Panday and Lakshya in lead roles, the film promises a heartfelt exploration of first love, second chances, and the bittersweet pace of life. Scheduled to release on May 22, 2026, the film is co-produced by Johar and Adar Poonawalla under Dharma Productions.
‘Chand Mera Dil’ Poster Released
The newly released posters highlight the natural ease between Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s characters, Aarav and Chandni. Whether lost in a private classroom moment or sharing a vulnerable embrace in domestic settings, the visuals capture youthful intensity and quiet intimacy. Transitioning from sunlit phases of carefree romance to emotionally strained moments of growing up, the posters emphasize the tagline: “A love story where life happens faster than love.”
One caption reads, “Not every first love gets a second chance,” while another declares, “When love grows faster than life.” These lines underline the film’s central theme of love tested by time and circumstance.
Karan Johar shared the posters on Instagram with the caption: “A love story where life happens faster than love. Chand Mera Dil in cinemas May 22, 2026.” Dharma Movies echoed the announcement, reinforcing the film’s emotional premise. Earlier, on May 5, Johar teased the project with a poster that read: “Pyaar ka koi fixed route nahi hota… bas thoda paagal hona padta hai!”
About the Film
Chand Mera Dil marks the first on-screen collaboration between Ananya Panday and Lakshya. The film positions itself as a modern romantic drama, blending coming-of-age elements with emotional conflict. The narrative appears grounded in everyday interactions, reflective close-ups, and relatable settings, offering audiences a fresh take on contemporary love stories.
Ananya Panday was last seen in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri (2025) opposite Kartik Aaryan. She will also appear in the second season of Call Me Bae. Lakshya, who debuted with Kil/ (2024), was last featured in The Ba*ds of Bollywood. Their pairing in Chand Mera Dil is expected to bring a new spark to Dharma’s slate of romantic dramas.
With its evocative posters, memorable taglines, and the promise of fresh chemistry between Ananya Panday and Lakshya, Chand Mera Dil is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most anticipated romantic films. As Johar himself suggests, this is a story where love races against life, offering audiences an emotional journey filled with intensity, vulnerability, and second chances.
