After impressing audiences in Tu Yaa Main (2026), Shanaya Kapoor is gearing up for her next major project, Student Of The Year 3. The upcoming venture, backed by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment, is reportedly set to take the popular franchise in a completely new direction.

According to a source quoted by Bollywood Hungama, the third instalment will not follow the format or tone of the earlier films. Instead, Student Of The Year 3 is being developed as a web series with a darker, more intense and youth-oriented narrative.

Student Of The Year 3 to Be a Web Series

The original Student Of The Year, released in 2012, and Student Of The Year 2, released in 2019, were theatrical films. The third instalment, however, is expected to break that format and arrive as a streaming series.

A source told Bollywood Hungama that the first two instalments were largely positioned as candyfloss and light-hearted entertainers, whereas the third chapter will explore a significantly different space.

A Class-Meets-Euphoria Youth Drama

The biggest change reportedly lies in the tone and treatment of the series. According to the source, Student Of The Year 3 will be darker, edgier and more emotionally intense than its predecessors.

The show is being envisioned as a “Class-meets-Euphoria” youth drama, combining the privileged and high-pressure world of young students with complicated friendships and relationships, while incorporating a bold and emotionally turbulent treatment.

The narrative is expected to focus on conflicts, relationships and the complicated emotional lives of its young characters. The source further suggested that the youth-driven and edgy nature of the show could help it connect with audiences across different markets.

Shanaya Kapoor Reportedly in a Double Role

As per reports, Shanaya Kapoor will be seen in a double role in the upcoming series. However, details about the characters and how the two roles connect within the story have not been officially revealed.

The project is expected to mark a significant departure from the glamorous, college-entertainer format associated with the earlier Student Of The Year films.

Student Of The Year 3 Release Details

Will It Be Called Student Of The Year 3 – After The Dark?

There have also been reports suggesting that the upcoming series could be titled Student Of The Year 3 – After The Dark. However, the source clarified that the title may or may not be final.

An official announcement is expected to provide clarity on the final title, cast details and other aspects of the project.

Who Directed the Previous Student Of The Year Films?

The first Student Of The Year was directed by Karan Johar and marked the Bollywood debut of Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra.

The second instalment, Student Of The Year 2, starred Tiger Shroff and introduced Ananya Panday and Tara Sutaria. The film was directed by Punit Malhotra, while Alia Bhatt made a special appearance in a song.

Student Of The Year 3: What We Know So Far