February is set to wrap up on a joyful and heart-warming note with JioHotstar’s upcoming film, Dil Dosti Aur Dogs. It’s a first-of-its-kind Hindi film that explores the profound and transformative role that dogs play in our lives. Through an interwoven narrative, the film
portrays the unique bond between humans and dogs, highlighting their impact on emotions, relationships, and well-being through the scenic landscape of Goa. At the heart of it, Dil Dosti aur Dogs is a moving tribute to the love, joy, and companionship that dogs bring into human lives. Directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Viral Shah, the film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Masumeh Makhija, and Viral Shah under the production houses of Jio Studios and The Creative Tribe, Dil Dosti aur Dogs is set to stream on JioHotstar from 28 th February 2025.
Featuring a stellar cast of acting talents including Neena Gupta, Masumeh Makhija, Sharad Kelkar, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Keerti Kelkar, Tinu Anand, Ehan Bhat, and Tridha Chaudhary, Dil Dosti Aur Dogs brings together incredible performances alongside the heart-warming story of our furry companions.
Neena Gupta on playing Bethany Lawrence in Dil Dosti Aur Dogs said, “Playing this character was a deeply emotional experience for me. She’s a woman who has suppressed her passion and distanced herself from the world, but through an unexpected companion, she learns that life still has so much to offer. It’s a beautiful journey of rediscovery, and I connected with it on a personal level. Working with Viral Shah was an absolute delight as he has such a clear vision and yet allows us the creative space to truly own our characters. The entire cast brought so much warmth to the set, and it felt like a family. I especially loved sharing the screen with my incredible co-stars, each bringing something unique to the story. I can’t wait for audiences to experience this heart warming journey and now, with Dil Dosti aur Dogs premiering on JioHotstar, I couldn’t be more thrilled!”
Sharad Kelkar who essays the character of Sanjay added, “Sharing screen space with Keerti was special, but what touched me the most was my bond with my on-screen daughter. It made me reflect on my relationship with my real daughter and brought us even closer. Working with dogs on set was such a joyful experience—it reminded me how effortlessly they bring warmth into our lives. Viral Shah, being a dog lover himself, ensured that the canine characters were treated with as much importance as us, making it all the more heart warming. I am hopeful that our film will make you laugh, cry, and, most
importantly, cherish the love that surrounds you, whether it’s from a person or a pet. With Dil Dosti aur Dogs releasing on JioHotstar, I am excited that such a meaningful film will reach a wide audience and spread love.”