New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Farhan Akhtar and Annu Kapoor's 'The Fakir of Venice' will now release in February instead of January 18.

The makers have decided on the new date to avoid box office clashes with 'Why Cheat India' and 'Fraud Saiyyan' which too are supposed to release on the same date.

Speaking about the decision to release 'The Fakir of Venice' in February, producer Puneet Desi said, "The Fakir of Venice is getting a strong response from all multiplexes and owing to the huge flow of films on 18th Jan and 25th Jan."

He further added, "Also 'URI', 'TAPM' and 'Simmba' occupying most screens, our multiplex partners have suggested that the film be moved to 1st February for a justifiable release for this Farhan Akhtar, Annu Kapoor and A R...