Mumbai: The magic of the on-screen pairing of Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor is back in the spotlight, nearly a decade after their last collaboration, Tamasha (2015). A recent viral fan appeal for the duo to reunite in a romantic comedy has received a reaction from Deepika herself, sending social media into a frenzy of speculation.

The buzz began with an Instagram reel by user Sonalika Puri, who made an earnest request to Bollywood producers and directors: "Can you guys please cast Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in a film together? Preferably a rom-com?"

Puri argued that casting the popular pair is the surest way to bring audiences back to theaters, stating, "You guys say that the films are not working and people don't come to theatres anymore, but first cast the two of them agai

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