The highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 folk-horror hit Tumbbad has officially begun production, with Alia Bhatt joining the cast. Bhatt, whose involvement in the franchise was announced in July, was recently spotted on set alongside the crew during an active shooting schedule in Mumbai.
Pictures from the set show Bhatt posing with crew members during a schedule designed around elaborate river and old-fort environments. Actor-producer Sohum Shah welcomed Bhatt to the project on social media, expressing excitement over expanding the mythology of the original film. The sequel marks Bhatt’s first major venture into the folk-horror genre.
The news has been going rounds on social media, how about checking the same as under:
‘TUMBBAD 2’ ANNOUNCED… ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO UNVEILS… Following the tremendous response to the re-release of #Tumbbad, #SohumShah has officially announced the second installment in the series: #Tumbbad2.
Prepare for an even more intense journey into the dark world of greed and… pic.twitter.com/OwjI6ns1Wp
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) September 14, 2024
Key Highlights of the Production
- Star-Studded Ensemble: Bhatt shares screen space with franchise lead Sohum Shah and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who plays a key role in the expanding narrative.
- Massive Set Construction: The production team has built a expansive set spanning 7 to 8 acres in Mumbai, designed to replicate an entire historical city.
- Evolving Lore: Directed by Adesh Prasad, Tumbbad 2 continues to explore the core themes of human greed, fear, and ancient myth established in the 2018 original.
- Confirmed Release Window: The makers have officially locked the film’s nationwide theatrical release for December 3, 2027.
While character details and specific plot points remain under wraps, the addition of Bhatt and Siddiqui signals a larger production scale for the franchise. Tumbbad 2 aims to build upon the critically acclaimed universe while introducing new narrative arcs for audiences when it arrives in cinemas. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us and if you have anything to share do comment below and share your thoughts.
