Reliance Entertainment has officially lifted the curtain on its next dark romance-thriller, Murderbaad, with the release of the film’s first look poster and its theatrical release date. Described as “a new breed of love, turns into crime,” the intriguing tagline has already piqued interest. The teaser for the film drops this Friday, June 20, while the film itself is set to hit the big screen on July 18, 2025. Bold, raw, and unsettling, Murderbaad appears ready to blur the lines between love, obsession, and lawlessness.
Marking his directorial debut, Arnab Chatterjee—a name gaining attention for his remarkable journey from child prodigy to filmmaker—writes, produces, and directs the film under his banner ACjee Productions. Chatterjee, who began making short films at the age of eight and founded his production company at thirteen, is now taking a significant leap with Murderbaad, backed by a heavyweight like Reliance Entertainment. The project is already being seen as a bold step into a genre-bending narrative that fuses romance with crime thriller elements.
The film stars Nakul Roshan Sahdev and Kanikka Kapur in lead roles, with Sharib Hashmi, Manish Chaudhari, and Saloni Batra bringing gravitas to the ensemble. This casting brings together a unique mix of new talent and respected performers—aiming to deliver both freshness and depth to a twisted tale of love gone wrong. The presence of seasoned actors like Aanjjan Srivastav, Amole Gupte, and Masood Akhtar hints at a layered, emotionally driven story anchored in performances.
With visuals captured by veteran cinematographer Binod Pradhan and music by a powerhouse team including Shaan, Nakash Aziz, and Amit Kumar, Murderbaad promises not just compelling storytelling, but a complete sensory experience. As the teaser prepares to drop, anticipation is building steadily for what could be one of the most original romantic thrillers of the year. One thing’s certain: in the world of Murderbaad, love doesn’t always lead to happily ever after—it might just lead to murder.