Rajkumar Hirani’s Son Veer to Make Bollywood Debut; Veteran Filmmaker Hansal Mehta to Launch Him
Pune, 8th October 2025: Bollywood’s acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, known for iconic films like Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., 3 Idiots, and PK, is set to see his son Veer Hirani step into the world of cinema. Veer has been making headlines for some time over his much-anticipated acting debut, and now, reports confirm that he will be launched by veteran filmmaker Hansal Mehta.
Veer Hirani’s Bollywood Debut
According to industry sources, Veer Hirani will debut in a romantic drama produced by Hansal Mehta’s True Story Films. The film will be directed by celebrated Malayalam filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery, known for critically acclaimed movies like Angamaly Diaries (2017) and Jallikattu (2019). This will mark Pellissery’s first Hindi directorial venture.
The casting process for the female lead is currently underway. Music maestro A.R. Rahman is on board to compose the film’s soundtrack, adding further star power to the project.
A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), London, Veer Hirani is already making his on-screen debut through his father’s upcoming web series Pritam Pedro. Meanwhile, Hansal Mehta’s film is planned for a theatrical release. Mehta, whose upcoming web series Gandhi is expected later this year, is also developing a business drama series for Netflix.
Theatre Roots and Future Plans
Before entering films, Veer Hirani built a strong foundation in theatre and has been performing on stage for several years. Industry insiders believe his background in performing arts will help him carve a niche in both films and OTT platforms in the coming years.
What’s Next for Rajkumar Hirani?
Rajkumar Hirani’s last directorial venture, Dunki (2023) starring Shah Rukh Khan, received a mixed response at the box office. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting his next project. Although no official announcement has been made, speculation is rife that Hirani is working on reviving the third installment of the Munna Bhai franchise.
