Tanu Weds Manu 3: Anand L Rai Confirms Kangana Ranaut, R Madhavan-Starrer

The much-awaited third installment of the popular romantic comedy franchise Tanu Weds Manu is finally in the works, director Anand L Rai has confirmed.

In a recent interview, Rai revealed that he has plans to take the franchise forward, given the immense love and popularity it has received from the audience.

The Characters Demand a Third Part

Rai explained that the characters of Tanu and Manu, played by Kangana Ranaut and R Madhavan, respectively, have become iconic and have a strong demand for a third part.

“Tanu Weds Manu is a kind of franchise that demands a part three. The reason being, those characters are so beautiful, and they were played so beautifully by Madhavan and Kangana. Those characters became a little bigger than the story itself,” he said.

The Introduction of Datto

Rai also mentioned that the introduction of a new character, Datto, in Tanu Weds Manu Returns has further strengthened the need for a third installment.

“With Tanu Weds Manu Returns, we introduced a new character, Datto. These characters are all asking for a third part. The minute we have a great story—the story that Tanu, Manu, and Datto deserve—we’ll go for it,” he added.

The Search for a Unique Story

Rai emphasized that he is looking for a unique and compelling story that will do justice to the characters and the franchise.

“What I really search for is a unique man-woman relationship. The dynamics in Tanu Weds Manu were different from Raanjhanaa, just as Raanjhanaa was different from Atrangi Re, and Atrangi Re is very different from Haseen Dillruba. As a director and producer, I feel the need to explore a new love story each time. I search for a certain kind of edginess. In Tanu Weds Manu, I showed a girl who drinks and smokes, and as a director, I didn’t judge her—and that’s why my audience didn’t judge her,” he said.

Conclusion

While there is no concrete timeline for the release of Tanu Weds Manu 3, Rai’s confirmation has undoubtedly excited fans of the franchise. With the return of Kangana Ranaut, R Madhavan, and the addition of Datto, the third installment promises to be a delightful and entertaining experience.