After the success of Amar Singh Chamkila in 2024, acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is set to return to the OTT space with an upcoming romantic drama series titled O Saathi Re. Starring Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary, and Arjun Rampal in lead roles, the series has been officially announced by Netflix with a special table read video, sparking immense excitement among fans.
A Star-Studded Table Read Announcement
On February 27, 2025, Netflix India shared the announcement video on Instagram. The clip featured Aditi Rao Hydari playfully teasing a secret before Avinash Tiwary and Arjun Rampal joined her in a room where Imtiaz Ali was present. The trio shared a warm camaraderie as they engaged in a fun table read session with the filmmaker. The video ended with the reveal that the series would commence filming soon.
The caption of the post read, “Imtiaz Ali’s ‘O Saathi Re’… an ode to the vintage feeling of love in contemporary times. Starring Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary, & Arjun Rampal. Directed by @arifali154. O Saathi Re—coming soon, only on Netflix.”
Fans Express Their Excitement
Following the announcement, netizens flooded the comments section with excitement and admiration. One fan wrote, “Aditi oozes elegance. Radiance and grace personified.” Another user expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “Avinash Tiwary x Imtiaz Ali again!” A comment read, “One of the best collabs of all time,” while another fan exclaimed, “Super stoked for this one—I am sat for anything with Aditi and Imtiaz.”
Production and Direction
O Saathi Re is produced by Window Seat Films and Reliance Entertainment. While Imtiaz Ali serves as the creator, writer, and showrunner, the series is directed by his brother Arif Ali, who previously helmed the Netflix series She. Details about the plot and character arcs remain under wraps, adding to the anticipation surrounding this much-awaited romantic drama.
Imtiaz Ali’s ‘O Saathi Re’…an ode to the vintage feeling of love in contemporary times . Starring Aditi Rao Hydari, Avinash Tiwary & Arjun Rampal. Directed by Arif Ali.
O Saathi Re – coming soon, only on Netflix.#OSaathiReOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/3guZa5p0Gg
— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) February 27, 2025
