Imtiaz Ali, Ekta Kapoor join hands for film on Laila Majnu folklore

Imtiaz Ali

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali and Ekta Kapoor have joined hands for film inspired by the Laila-Majnu folklore. Sharing the first teaser poster of the romantic drama, Ekta wrote, "It's here the first look teaser recreated. Re-imagined. Retold. Proud to collaborate with @imtiazaliofficial to present a classic love story with a contemporary twist. Here's the teaser poster of #LailaMajnu."

She posted a photo with Imtiaz and captioned it, "Guess I have a valentine. Excited to recreate the epic love story, #LailaMajnu with master storyteller @imtiazaliofficial #LailaMajnuOn4thMay." The movie, which will launch new faces in the Hindi film industry, will be directed by Imtiaz's younger brother Sajid Ali. The film will hit the silver screens on May 4.

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