Bollywood love stories never fail to create magic on screen, and few franchises have had a lasting impact like Aashiqui.

With Aashiqui 3 on the horizon, a look back at the success stories of Aashiqui 1 and 2 and what fans can expect from the third installment.

Aashiqui (1990)

The original Aashiqui (1990), directed by Mahesh Bhatt, became an instant classic. Featuring Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal, the film’s soul-stirring music composed by Nadeem-Shravan turned it into a nationwide phenomenon.

Budget: Rs 1 crore
Box Office Collection: Rs 5 crore
Music Success: Sold over 20 million copies, making it one of Bollywood’s highest-selling albums ever!

Aashiqui 2 (2013)

Two decades later, Aashiqui 2 revived the franchise with a fresh love story. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film starred Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor in a heart-wrenching romantic saga.

Budget: Rs 12 crore
Box Office Collection: Rs 109 crore worldwide
Musical Impact: Tum Hi Ho became an anthem of love, making the soundtrack a huge hit.

Aashiqui 3 (2025)

Now, fans are eagerly waiting for Aashiqui 3, directed by Anurag Basu and starring Kartik Aaryan alongside Sreeleela. The teaser hints at an intense love story, with Kartik in a rugged musician look, reminiscent of Aashiqui 2.

Music composer: Pritam
Release date: Diwali 2025

Legal hurdle

A court ruling has temporarily blocked T-Series from using the title “Aashiqui,” delaying the official title announcement.