EntertainmentPosted at: Jul 15 2026 12:06AM


Alia Bhatt to try her luck in horror genre with 'Tumbbad 2'

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) Alia Bhatt is venturing into the horror genre for the first time after officially joining the cast of "Tumbbad 2", the sequel to Sohum Shah's cult horror-fantasy film.
The announcement came through a joint social media post by Shah, Alia Bhatt and Amita Suresh Shah. The accompanying pictures showed the actors enjoying the photoshoot, giving fans a glimpse of their warm off-screen bond. Sharing the pictures, he penned in the caption, "A new chapter unfolds. Welcome to #Tumbbad2, @aliaabhatt #PralayAayega See you at the movies."
Directed by Rahi Anil Barve, the 2018 film told the story of a man's obsession with a hidden treasure guarded by the mythical deity Hastar. Its atmospheric storytelling, folklore-inspired horror and breathtaking cinematography earned widespread praise from critics and audiences alike. The film found renewed popularity after its theatrical re-release, becoming one of the most successful re-releases in India.
With Bhatt and Shah joining Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the sequel, the makers are set to continue the story with a new chapter helmed by Adesh Prasad, set to arrive in theatres on December 3, 2027. UNI NST CDS
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