Released in 2019, Shahid Kapoor’s role in and as Kabir Singh went on to become a blockbuster hit. It also marked both Kiara Advani and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s big break in the film industry. While Kiara went on to establish her name as a top Bollywood actress, Sandeep Vanga became one of the most sought-after pan-Indian directors. However, as the film completed 6 years, the director posted only the lead actress’ photo, ignoring Shahid Kapoor, who played the titular role and was the face of the film.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga posted a photo of Kiara Advani as ‘Preeti’
Kabir Singh was released on June 21, 2019, and in 2025, it completed six years. While celebrating this milestone, the film’s director, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, took to his Instagram handle and posted a photo of Kiara Advani, who played the role of ‘Preeti’ in the film. He had posted a close-up shot of ‘Preeti’ wherein there is gulaal on her face, put on by ‘Kabir’s rival’ without her consent. In this photo, a message was written that said ‘6 years of Kabir Singh’.