The Vietnamese premiere of "Love in Vietnam" recently took place in Ho Chi Minh City, marking a significant milestone as the first officially recognized Indo-Vietnamese co-produced feature film. The film underscores the growing creative exchange between the two countries. The premiere was attended by Dr. Vipra Pandey, Consul General of India in Ho Chi Minh City, along with Vietnamese film personalities, cultural representatives, industry professionals, and international media members.
"Love in Vietnam" has been filmed across several locations in Vietnam, including Furama Resort in Da Nang, Ba Na Hills, Phu Quoc, and Samten Hills in Da Lat, integrating Vietnam's varied landscapes into the film's visual narrative. The film features performances by Shantanu Maheshwari, Avneet Kaur, and Vietnamese actress KhaNgan.
Shantanu Maheshwari shared his experience following the premiere, "After getting a fabulous response in Korea, it was heartwarming to see the audience of Vietnam connect with our work". He added, "The film officially released in Vietnam a few days ago, and the response since then has been very encouraging. The fact that we shot extensively in Vietnam and collaborated with Vietnamese artists like KhaNgan helped create a stronger emotional connect. Many viewers were visibly moved during the love story portions, which was reassuring for all of us".
"Love in Vietnam" is directed by Rahhat Shah Kazmi and is based on the novel "Madonna in a Fur Coat". The film was announced at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Principal photography commenced in Vietnam in September 2024 and concluded in December 2024. The film was released in India on September 12, 2025, and in Vietnam on January 9, 2026.
The film's world premiere occurred at the Danang Asian Film Festival on July 1, 2025. The event was attended by lead actors Shantanu Maheshwari and Kha Ngan, director Rahhat Shah Kazmi, and producers. Dignitaries from the tourism and cultural sectors of Vietnam were also present. Kazmi noted that the audience response was overwhelming, proving that love transcends language and borders.
The film is supported by the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City, the Consulate General of Vietnam in Mumbai, and Vietnam Airlines. "Love in Vietnam" is produced by Omung Kumar, Rahhat Shah Kazmi, Captain Rahul Bali, and Abhishek Ankur. The mahurat ceremony, which marked the commencement of shooting, took place at Samten Hills Dalat in Vietnam on September 23, 2024. The film is expected to pave the way for stronger cinematic ties between India and Vietnam.
