Actress Debina Bonnerjee has taken an important new step in her creative journey by stepping into film production with her husband, actor Gurmeet Choudhary. Their production banner, DebGuru Films, has made its debut with the musical romantic drama Tum Mere Ho, which arrived in cinemas on October 23, 2026. In a recent media interaction, Debina spoke candidly about the journey behind the production house, why they chose a love story for their first film, the importance of music in bringing romance to life and the challenges faced by new producers. Her answers offered a glimpse into a dream that had been quietly taking shape for almost a decade.
Explaining the story behind the name DebGuru Films, Debina revealed that the company was actually registered around 10 years ago. The production house may be making headlines now, but the idea was not something the couple decided to pursue overnight. She said, “Well, there are two things. First, the journey of 'DebGuru' didn't just begin recently. We actually registered our company about 10 years ago. We had a dream—and it’s not as if you just have a dream and execute it the very next day; we kept nurturing that dream, giving it shape, and becoming more resolute. Sometimes you make a significant decision, and you reflect on it for so long that, eventually, you realize the time has finally come. So, after 10 years, that moment has arrived.”
For Debina and Gurmeet, the debut film also needed to reflect something they personally believe in. Rather than starting with an intense action film or a gritty story, they wanted to bring audiences a musical romance that could offer warmth and positivity. Debina explained that she does not particularly enjoy excessive violence or action on screen and often switches off content when it becomes too fight-heavy. She also feels that audiences are already surrounded by enough difficult and disturbing realities in everyday life. Speaking about their creative decision, she said, “Secondly, we wanted to create a musical love story. Personally, I’m not a fan of excessive violence or action—whenever I start watching something and see too much fighting, I just turn it off; I don’t enjoy it. I’ve also heard others say the same. There is so much harsh reality surrounding us today—you open the news, and there’s always something unsettling. We are living through such a volatile and unsettling time. Every day, you open the news, encounter something bizarre or distressing, and it leaves you with a painful, wrenching feeling—as if your heart is being twisted. Given all this, we didn't want to make a 'realistic' (gritty) film; instead, we opted for a lighthearted, romantic one.”
She further explained that a love story felt like the most natural choice for a couple who have always believed in the idea of lasting love. At a time when conversations about breakups and modern-day “situationships” have become common, Debina and Gurmeet wanted their first production to remind viewers that genuine romance is still possible. She said, “What better could you expect than a story from people who have proven that love truly exists? In a world where you constantly hear about breakups—or these so-called "situationships" (a relatively new term)—we have always believed in love. And since we believe in it, the first film we wanted to bring to you is a love story—a story that invites you to fall in love.”
Music, according to Debina, is one of the biggest emotional strengths of Tum Mere Ho. The film features songs created by an impressive team of musicians, including Mithoon, Vishal Mishra and singer Mohammad Faiz, with lyrics by Rashmi-Virag, the songwriting duo known for their work on Khamoshiyaan. Debina also revealed that the team had a tight promotional schedule, which meant releasing four songs across four weeks instead of unveiling them gradually. She said, “It features beautiful music—you’ve likely already heard some of it. We were quite pressed for time; usually, when you have ample resources, you might release seven songs gradually, one by one. We, however, had a very tight schedule, so we released four songs over four weeks. There are three other songs that are absolutely stunning—they’ll give you goosebumps! Each track was crafted by incredibly talented people—we had the likes of Mithoon and Vishal Mishra, the voice of Mohammad Faiz, and lyrics by Rashmi-Virag (the duo who wrote the songs for Khamoshiyaan). We collaborated with people we’ve worked with before—artists who truly know how to infuse deep emotion into music. After all, love is a feeling, and I don’t think there’s a better way to portray it than through songs.”
Describing the experience she hopes audiences will have in theatres, Debina said the film is designed to leave viewers feeling happy, inspired and connected to the idea of romance. For her, a film does not always need to reflect the harshness of everyday life; sometimes, entertainment should simply offer people a chance to relax and enjoy themselves. She added, “It’s a beautifully romantic film; right until the very end, you’ll feel inspired—you’ll feel like, "Yes, this is how it should be!" It’s simply wonderful. Sometimes, you just need to head to a theater to feel good—life is full of stress, after all, so why not take a break and enjoy yourself? Go watch a beautiful romance; leave those "situationships" behind—let us show you that it is still possible to truly fall in love”
Tum Mere Ho stars Gurmeet Choudhary alongside Isha Malviya, Anushkaa Luhar and Shaan Grover. Directed by Ashish Panda, the film was co-produced by Aarti S., Romanch Mehta and Aman Riyastee under the DebGuru Films banner. With a story centred on romance and music, the project marks the beginning of Debina and Gurmeet's long-awaited ambition to tell stories through their own production house.
During the interaction, Debina was also asked about the challenges of being a producer, particularly for newcomers trying to establish themselves in the film industry. Her response highlighted the importance of audience support, especially during a film's opening days. She pointed out that the number of shows a film receives can depend heavily on its initial performance, and encouraged people to turn up at cinemas rather than wait for reviews or public opinion to shape their decision. She said, “It feels like we are essentially telling people: "Go watch the shows that are currently scheduled—not just for your own convenience, but to support the film." If it performs well for the first two days, the number of shows will automatically increase. The power of the people is greater than anything else. So, why not demonstrate that power now? If not now, then when?”
Debina also spoke about standing behind outsider actors, emerging producers and people who come from smaller towns. She noted that several members of the Tum Mere Ho team have roots in smaller cities, including Gurmeet and Isha Malviya. Sharing her own perspective, she said, “Show that you stand by individuals—outsider actors, producers, or anyone else. Many people involved in this film come from smaller towns—including Isha Malviya and Gurmeet. I’m not from a small town myself—I’m from Kolkata—but Kolkata has its own distinct identity; it feels almost like a different world. Of course, the language is different, but then again, all of India is composed of diverse languages.”
Making a larger appeal to moviegoers, she questioned why audiences should wait for widespread praise before deciding to watch a film. According to her, even a small effort from viewers can make a difference to a new production and the people who have put their hearts into it. She concluded with an analogy that reflected her belief in the film and the team's hard work: “Why wait for others to heap praise on a film before deciding to go watch it yourself? If everyone makes a small effort, we can prove a point: a good meal has been prepared and served—now, come and enjoy it!”
With DebGuru Films finally bringing a decade-old dream to the big screen, Tum Mere Ho is more than just a debut production for Debina and Gurmeet. It represents their belief in romance, music and the power of cinema to offer audiences a little happiness. Debina's heartfelt words also underline a larger message about supporting new voices and giving films a chance based on their own merit. For the couple, the journey of DebGuru Films has begun with a story close to their hearts—and they hope audiences will fall in love with it too.