Dostana 2: Karan Johar Releases Statement On Whether Kartik Aaryan Is A Part Of The Film

Karan Johar's Dharma productions on Friday announced that they will be recasting "Dostana 2", starring Kartik Aaryan, due to "professional circumstances". Without taking any names, the production house issued a statement about replacement in the film.

"Due to professional circumstances, on which we have decided to maintain a dignified silence - we will be recasting 'Dostana 2', directed by Collin D'Cunha. Please wait for the official announcement soon," the statement from Dharma read.

Reports about Aaryan being replaced were doing the rounds on social media since morning. "Dostana 2" also features Janhvi Kapoor. The announcement of Dostana 2 had been made some 2-3 years back. However, the film was getting delayed due to unavoidable reasons. It was all set to go on floors in some months. However, the Maharastra government's order to halt shoots stalled it for some more time. It has also been rumoured that the reason behind this decision was Kartik's unprofessional behaviour and his creative differences.

Aaryan rose to fame with 2011 film "Pyaar Ka Punchnama" and later featured in films such as "Luka Chupppi", "Pati Patni Aur Woh" and "Love Aaj Kal". His upcoming films are "Dhamaka" and "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2".

The actor could not be reached for a comment.