As
Bollywood
charts
its
course
into
2026,
one
of
the
most
exciting
shifts
is
the
rise
of
unexpected
yet
refreshing
on-screen
pairings.
From
legacy
franchises
to
sweeping
romances
and
mythological
epics,
filmmakers
are
betting
big
on
chemistry
that
feels
new,
contemporary,
and
emotionally
resonant.
Here
are
the
standout
pairings
set
to
define
the
year
ahead:
Anya
Singh
&
Ahan
Shetty
in
Border
2
With
Border
2
gearing
up
for
release,
the
film
introduces
a
fresh
on-screen
pairing
in
Anya
Singh
and
Ahan
Shetty.
Anya
brings
emotional
context
to
the
story,
adding
a
personal
lens
to
the
larger
war
narrative,
while
Ahan
anchors
the
film
with
a
strong
physical
presence
and
a
disciplined
performance
suited
to
the
setting.
Together,
their
pairing
feels
story-led
and
contemporary,
offering
a
modern
take
on
relationships
within
a
high-stakes
environment
rather
than
a
traditional
war-time
romance.
Lakshya
&
Ananya
Panday
in
Chand
Mera
Dil
Youthful,
modern,
and
emotionally
charged,
Lakshya
and
Ananya
Panday
headline
Chand
Mera
Dil,
a
romantic
drama
that
leans
into
vulnerability
and
longing.
Lakshya’s
earnest
charm
paired
with
Ananya’s
growing
emotional
range
makes
this
duo
one
of
the
most
relatable
new-age
romances
to
watch
out
for
especially
for
audiences
craving
sincerity
over
spectacle.
Ranbir
Kapoor
&
Sai
Pallavi
in
Ramayana
Arguably
one
of
the
most
anticipated
pairings
of
the
decade,
Ranbir
Kapoor
and
Sai
Pallavi
come
together
in
Ramayana,
a
cinematic
retelling
of
the
timeless
epic.
Ranbir’s
restrained
intensity
as
Lord
Ram
combined
with
Sai
Pallavi’s
grace
and
expressive
power
as
Sita
creates
a
pairing
rooted
in
dignity,
devotion,
and
quiet
strength
bringing
mythological
romance
to
life
with
emotional
authenticity.
Kartik
Aaryan
&
Sreeleela
in
Aashiqui
Romance
takes
center
stage
once
again
as
Kartik
Aaryan
pairs
with
Sreeleela
in
Aashiqui.
Blending
Kartik’s
mass
appeal
with
Sreeleela’s
expressive
freshness,
this
pairing
is
poised
to
reignite
the
magic
of
musical
romance
for
a
new
generation.
Expect
heartbreak,
melody,
and
a
chemistry
that
leans
into
intensity
rather
than
familiarity.
Ram
Charan
&
Janhvi
Kapoor
in
Peddi
In
Peddi,
Ram
Charan
and
Janhvi
Kapoor
form
a
striking
cross-industry
pairing
that
brings
together
power
and
poise.
Ram
Charan’s
larger-than-life
screen
presence
complements
Janhvi’s
evolving
versatility,
making
this
duo
one
of
the
most
visually
compelling
and
performance-driven
combinations
of
2026.
The
pairing
signals
Bollywood
and
South
cinema’s
continued
creative
convergence.