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Kartik Aaryan in talks for Reema Kagti's next venture

Mumbai, Apr 16 (UNI) Kartik Aaryan is in preliminary discussions to headline a new project directed by Reema Kagti, known for films such as "Talaash", "Gold", as well as the series "Dahaad" and "Superboys of Malegaon".
Aaryan and Kagti's potential collaboration comes as an unexpected development, given the contrasting cinematic sensibilities associated with their individual projects, according to Variety India.
Sources say he is actively looking for roles that challenge his established screen image and allow him to showcase his versatility and Reema's film will be a distinctive addition to his body of work. The project, however, is currently at the very initial stage of development, with all other details strictly kept under wraps. Kartik hasn't yet given his nod, but he remains the leading contender.
The Kagti directorial forms part of a broader development slate at Namah Pictures, led by Shareen Mantri Kedia and Kishor Arora. The banner has also commissioned Vishal Devrukhkar for a fantasy drama and Dnyanesh Zoting for a psychological horror thriller. All these movies are currently in the writing stage, with no production timelines set yet.
Namah Pictures has previously produced films like “Beyond the Clouds,” “Anandi Gopal,” “Lost” and “Satyaprem Ki Katha.”
Up next, they have a web series, “Phoolan,” about the Bandit Queen, Phoolan Devi, who, trapped and outnumbered by 2000 armed men, fights a brutal 48-hour siege that will either end her life or rewrite the rules of a deeply embedded patriarchy. The show premieres on Prime Video later this year.
Meanwhile, Aaryan is set to feature in a musical romance helmed by Anurag Basu alongside Sreeleela, followed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba’s "Naagzilla". He also has Kabir Khan's upcoming sports drama and Shimit Amin's action thriller, “Captain India.” Additionally, he's also said to be in talks for Luv Ranjan and Aanand L. Rai's next directorials. Anees Bazmee's “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” is also in development for a mid-2027 production.
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