Cinema VinesIn a recent interview with PTI, Mumbai‑based director Milap Milan Zaveri revealed that he has discovered his creative niche in romance. The filmmaker, whose career has spanned more than two decades, has directed a range of adult comedies such as the “Masti” franchise, “Kya Kool Hai Hum 3” and “Mastizade”, as well as action titles like “Satyamev Jayate” and “Marjaavaan”. Yet it was his 2025 release “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat”, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, that surprised audiences and critics alike, pulling in over ₹100 crore at the box office.
“I feel maybe I’ve found my forte with romance,” Zaveri said, noting that the success of “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat” and the positive response to his earlier works have encouraged him to continue exploring the genre. He added that romance will remain a core element of his storytelling, alongside action and sharp dialogue, and that he plans to keep delivering films that resonate with audiences.
Currently, Zaveri is waiting for the release of his next romantic‑comedy, “Tera Yaar Hoon Main”, which features newcomers Aman Indra Kumar—son of director Indra Kumar—and Akanksha Sharma, known for “Kesari Veer” and the Telugu film “Laila”. The director praised the pair’s talent and hard work, stating that he did not feel he was directing inexperienced actors. He described the film as a wholesome family entertainer that blends romance, action, humor and emotion, and highlighted its focus on values, father‑daughter relationships, friendship and love, making it appealing to both younger viewers and their parents.
Zaveri also discussed his upcoming project with Aditya Roy Kapur, describing it as an “intense and violent” love story that will continue to blend romance with action. He emphasized that he intends to keep producing such hybrid films as long as audiences enjoy them.
Reflecting on the underperformance of “Masti 4”, which released in 2025, Zaveri attributed its lackluster box‑office showing to changing audience tastes and the rise of OTT platforms. He noted that the shock value of the genre has diminished in the age of abundant digital content, explaining why the film failed to draw crowds to the theater.
