Release & Creative Team

• Yash Raj Films dropped “Aavan Jaavan” on July 31, 2025, as a special birthday gift for Kiara Advani’s 34th birthday, who has recently become a mother
• Sung by Arijit Singh and Nikhita Gandhi, composed by Pritam, and lyricized by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The track is directed by Ayan Mukerji, reuniting the hit team behind the song “Kesariya” from Brahmastra

Song Concept & Visuals

• It’s a flashback love ballad that explores the emotional history of Kabir (Hrithik) and Kavya (Kiara), adding depth to the spy thriller’s story arc
• Filmed in stunning European locales like Rome and Tuscany, the music video exudes elegance, romance, and scale fitting a globetrotting spy romance

Fan & Critic Reactions

• Positive reactions flooded in on X (Twitter): “Aavan Jaavan is romance in lower case. Soft, slow, secret,” and “The chemistry is FIRE! Hrithik Roshan & Kiara Advani set the screen ablaze… pure magic”
• Fans praised visual aesthetics, chemistry, and cinematic scale—some calling it a “chartbuster in the making”

However, views are not unanimously positive:

• Some social media users criticized it for rehashing Hrithik’s signature beach‑style formula from previous hits, calling the choreography “tired” and likening it to “Nimbu pani in a new bottle”
• At least one review deemed the track “okayish,” claiming it’s not up to the bar set by Ghungroo, while noting a lack of song vibe and what some called “bland” chemistry. Comments included, “Melody wise it’s mundane,” and “Kiara has the same expression throughout and Hrithik looks old.”

On Reddit and other platforms, viewers coined terms like “mama‑bhanji chemistry” and “TikTokia moves,” critiquing the lack of romantic spark and dismissing the dance sequences as trend‑driven rather than original

Final Take

“Aavan Jaavan” is a stylish and emotionally grounded romantic track that provides insight into the film’s backstory while showcasing the on‑screen reunion of Hrithik, Kiara, and the Pritam–Arijit team.

• Those loving lush visuals, cinematic romance, and emotional weight—welcome the song with enthusiasm.
• Meanwhile, skeptics question whether it offers anything fresh creatively, with some pointing to repetitive visual motifs and choreography.

Film Context & Expectations

• War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra, arrives in theaters on August 14, 2025, across India and IMAX screens, leading up to the Independence Day weekend release
• While the first song leans into romance, fans are still eagerly awaiting explosive action between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR — the ultimate face-off teased in the trailer

Film Overview & Background

• A feature film tentatively titled Honeymoon in Shillong, is underway, depicting the sensational murder case of Raja Raghuvanshi, a 29‑year‑old transport businessman from Indore, who disappeared and was later found dead in Meghalaya during his honeymoon in May–June 2025
• The director at the helm is S P Nimbawat, and the Raghuvanshi family has officially given their consent for the film’s production
  

Production Scope & Creative Intent

• According to Rashin Raghuvanshi’s brothers, legal and logistics are finalized. 80% of shooting is to take place in Indore and 20% in Meghalaya (locations tied to the actual events)
• The film aims to depict a message against betrayal and shed light on the truth behind the events, as per the family’s vision

Real Events vs Creative Interpretation

• While the script has been cleared by the family, Raja’s brother Vipin Raghuvanshi cautions that the film will be only ~50% factual, with creative dramatization to enhance narrative impact
• The family insists that “only the truth must be shown”, and hopes to avoid sensationalism while still ensuring audience engagement
  

Recap of the Original Case

• Raja and his wife Sonam Raghuvanshi went missing in Meghalaya on May 23, 2025 during their honeymoon. On June 2, Raja’s decomposed body was found in a gorge near Wei Sawdong Falls in Sohra (Cherrapunji)
• Investigators concluded that it was a premeditated murder, allegedly orchestrated by Sonam in collusion with her alleged lover Raj Kushwaha and a group of hired killers
• Sonam surrendered in Ghazipur and was arrested. Multiple accomplices have been arrested, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) is handling the case
  

Family Stance & Legal Developments

• The Raghuvanshi family, led by brothers Sachin and Vipin, came forward publicly to support the film project. They want to ensure Raja’s story is told correctly, while also protecting the image of Meghalaya by working collaboratively on the project.
• Vipin visited the crime scene, performed a puja, collected Raja’s death certificate, and is actively opposing bail pleas for some of the co‑accused
  

Aamir Khan Rumors Debunked

• Despite speculation, reports linking Aamir Khan to the film adaptation have been denied by the actor. He is not involved in the project as of now

Summary

The film Honeymoon in Shillong will dramatize the mysterious and tragic murder of Raja Raghuvanshi—a case that captivated India in mid‑2025. With family consent, the film is directed by S P Nimbawat, blending real events with dramatized storytelling. While production is underway, casting details remain undisclosed. The family hopes the film will clarify the truth and deliver a social message against betrayal, though creative liberties are acknowledged in the narrative.

Produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara—released July 18, 2025—stars newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The romance unfolds against India’s most evocative backdrops, blending narrative and visuals seamlessly

Filming Locations & Emotional Significance

St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai

Used in Krish’s flashbacks to his early musical journey, the iconic St. Xavier’s College campus anchors his character arc from ambitious student to performer

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, Panaji (Goa)

The dramatic scene where Krish stands atop a bus, singing triumphantly to a cheering crowd, was filmed here. The colonial white church creates a visually stunning and symbolic backdrop

Naggar Castle, Manali

This Himalayan castle forms the setting for a serene reunion between Krish and Vaani. Snow-dusted peaks and pine forests enhance the emotional intensity of the scene

M2M Ferry, Off-Coast Location

A symbolic mid-sea transition scene, shot aboard an M2M ferry, reflects the characters’ emotional journey—floating between noise and peace, between past and future

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST), Mumbai

The iconic heritage railway station hosts a high-energy romantic motorbike ride. Its crowded elegance matches the urgency and passion of their connection

Alibaug Coastline

Krish and Vaani escape to lush beaches and upscale villas in Alibaug. It’s featured in tender moments capturing tranquility away from their complex lives

Bandra Fort, Mumbai

Set overlooking the Arabian Sea, this historic fort becomes the stage for a poignant musical serenade, enhancing the romantic crescendo of the narrative

Bollywood Production Insight

Principal photography spanned from September 2024 to March 2025. A large-scale music festival scene with 1,000 background artists was filmed in Malad’s Vrundavan Studios, Mumbai. This vibrant sequence underscores the film’s emotional and musical ambition