Kamal Ghorui
‘Tumbbad 2’ has been making headlines since its announcement. As per the latest development, the production team behind the film is actively exploring a major female addition to the sequel’s cast. Reportedly, the makers want to get an A-list actress on board.
‘Tumbbad 2′ makers want to rope in A-list actress for the film
According to the Hindustan Times report, the makers of ‘Tumbbad 2’ “are looking to onboard a strong A-list female actor to expand the narrative. Names like Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, and Nayanthara are being explored. Discussions are ongoing, but nothing has been finalized yet.”The casting push signals the team’s intent to widen the film’s character dynamics and deepen the dark, mythological universe introduced in the original.
Sohum Shah and Nawazuddin Siddiqui confirmed for ‘Tumbbad 2’
The sequel will see Sohum Shah reprise his role, alongside Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The film is directed by Adesh Prasad, who has said the sequel aims to stay true to the soul of the original while elevating its scale and storytelling.Shah announced the release date on social media with a striking poster featuring statues of three figures and the Devanagari tagline “Pralay aayega,” meaning “the apocalypse will arrive.”
More about ‘Tumbbad’
Released in 2018, the original Tumbbad followed Vinayak Rao, played by Sohum Shah, on a greed-driven quest steeped in folklore and myth. Shot against a rain-soaked, atmospheric backdrop, the film was directed by Rahi Anil Barve and written by Mitesh Shah, Adesh Prasad, Barve, and Anand Gandhi, with Gandhi also serving as creative director.The film built a devoted cult following over the years, and its 2024 theatrical re-release only amplified its popularity. That renewed box office success has made the sequel one of the most anticipated projects in Indian cinema.
More about ‘Tumbbad 2’
With the December 3, 2027 date confirmed and high-profile casting discussions underway, Tumbbad 2 is moving steadily forward. Whether Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif or Nayanthara ultimately joins the cast, one thing is clear — the makers are thinking big, and fans of the original have every reason to be excited.
