Alia Bhatt Reportedly Agrees to Join Tumbbad 2 After Just Two Meetings

Actor and producer Sohum Shah has revealed that Bollywood star Alia Bhatt agreed to become involved in the anticipated sequel after just two meetings.

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt reportedly agreed to appear in the highly anticipated fantasy-horror sequel Tumbbad 2 after just two meetings with actor and producer Sohum Shah.

In a new interview with Variety India, Shah revealed that Bhatt was immediately interested in the story after hearing the narration and reading the screenplay.

He praised the actress for her professionalism, quick decision-making and understanding of the script, explaining that the entire casting process was unusually straightforward.

A major addition to the sequel

Bhatt's involvement was first confirmed in July, but Shah's latest comments offer fresh insight into how she joined the project.

The actress had already watched and enjoyed the original Tumbbad, released in 2018, and was familiar with its distinctive world of folklore, fantasy and horror.

Although details of her character remain secret, Shah has indicated that her role will make an important contribution to the sequel.

Release planned for December 2027

The sequel will also feature Nawazuddin Siddiqui and is being directed by Adesh Prasad.

The original Tumbbad celebrates its eighth anniversary on Monday, 12 October, making the latest comments particularly timely.

Tumbbad 2 is currently targeting a theatrical release on 3 December 2027, although release plans may change.

 

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