Story

Directed by Vibhu Puri and produced by Stage5 Productions, Gustaakh Ishq: Kuch Pehle Jaisa (transl. Audacious Love: Something Like Before) is a romantic drama. The film stars Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sharib Hashmi. It tells the story of a man striving to save his father’s printing press in Purani Delhi, who becomes a disciple of a revered Urdu poet and falls in love with his daughter. Torn between love and loyalty to his mentor, he faces a life‑changing choice. The film blends poetry, romance, and cultural heritage, marking fashion designer Manish Malhotra’s debut as a film producer.