The original "Aashiqui", released in 1990, featured Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal and was produced by T-Series and Vishesh Films, with direction by Mahesh Bhatt. In 2013, "Aashiqui 2" revived the franchise, achieving considerable box office success. Starring Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapur and directed by Mohit Suri, it carried forward the legacy of the series.