Development and Casting Junooniyat was conceived as a romantic drama film that would showcase the chemistry between lead actors
Pulkit Samrat and
Yami Gautam. The film marked the second collaboration between the two actors in 2016, following the release of
Sanam Re earlier that year. Director
Vivek Agnihotri wrote and directed the film, which was produced by
Bhushan Kumar and
Krishan Kumar under the
T-Series Films banner.
Filming and Locations The film's production primarily took place in
Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in
Kashmir, where the picturesque landscape served as a significant backdrop for the romantic narrative. The shooting schedule spanned from 2015 into 2016, with various sequences filmed across the region's scenic locations. The production crew chose Kashmir for its natural beauty and cultural ambiance, which complemented the film's storyline.
Production Challenges During filming, the production faced significant challenges. While returning from Kashmir, the crew was allegedly hounded and assaulted by
Kashmiri locals, reportedly due to the use of native girls in a song sequence. The incident highlighted tensions around the use of local talent in film productions and raised concerns about working conditions in certain regions. Despite these difficulties, the production team completed filming and proceeded with post-production work.
Technical Production The film's cinematography was handled by
Attar Singh Saini, known for his work in Indian cinema. The editing was completed by Antara Lahiri, who worked to maintain the film's narrative pacing and emotional resonance. The music composition, featuring work by
Meet Bros,
Jeet Gannguli, and
Ankit Tiwari, was recorded during 2015-2016, with
Raju Singh contributing the background score. ==Soundtrack==