Prime Video Releases Trailer for Alia Bhatt-Produced Rom-Com Don't Be Shy

Grishma Shah and Vikesh Bhutani are co-producing Don’t Be Shy alongside producers Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt.
The trailer runs for 2 minutes and 32 seconds, offering an extended introduction to the film’s central relationships and college setting.
Bianca Arora said Tara’s distinct perspective allowed her to be especially expressive on camera, describing the role as an opportunity to discover a new side of both the character and herself.
Ansh Duggal described Don’t Be Shy as his first film and said he felt nervous, excited and grateful that audiences worldwide would see it.
Prime Video released the trailer for Don't Be Shy, a romantic comedy produced by actor Alia Bhatt and her sister Shaheen Bhatt under Eternal Sunshine Productions. The film introduces newcomer Aarushi Bajaj as Shyamili 'Shy' Das, a college student whose orderly life spirals when she develops feelings for her wealthy childhood friend Mayank, reconnects with estranged friend Dhruv, and meets the mysterious Tara. The 2-minute-32-second trailer teases romantic tension, humor, and the confusion of first love as Shy navigates multiple connections.
Directed by debutant Sreeti Mukerji, Don't Be Shy launches on Prime Video on September 25, 2026. The film also stars Piyush Khati, Ansh Duggal, and Bianca Arora in central roles, alongside supporting cast members Kunaal Roy Kapur, Anurag Basu, Neha Dhupia, and Anju Alva Naik. Grishma Shah and Vikesh Bhutani serve as co-producers alongside Alia and Shaheen Bhatt.
Alia Bhatt said producing Don't Be Shy gave her 'a different level of fulfillment' and 'butterflies' in her stomach. The actor founded Eternal Sunshine Productions with sister Shaheen to develop projects that spotlight new talent. This rom-com marks a significant step for the production banner, introducing four newcomers to audiences worldwide through Prime Video's global platform.
Bianca Arora, who plays the mysterious Tara, said the character's 'distinct perspective' let her be especially expressive on camera. She described the role as a chance to 'discover a new side' of both Tara and herself. Ansh Duggal, making his film debut in the role of Dhruv, expressed nervousness and gratitude that audiences around the world will see his first performance on Prime Video.
Don't Be Shy centers on Shy Das, a college student whose carefully ordered life falls apart when multiple romantic possibilities emerge. The story blends first-love anxiety with friendship drama and comedic twists as Shy tries to navigate feelings for Mayank, Dhruv, and the arrival of Tara. The film explores the messy, uncertain reality of growing up and discovering who you really are amid conflicting emotions.
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