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In a fresh update on Karan Johar’s upcoming horror enterprise with Aditya Roy Kapur, filmmaker Collin D’Cunha has reportedly been approached to direct the project. Based on a recent report by Variety India, the film is shaping as much as be an unconventional genre mix — a slasher comedy that mixes satire, witty dialogue, gore and exaggerated performances.
Collin D’Cunha roped in to direct Aditya Roy Kapur starrer produced by Dharma Productions: Report
The event adds a brand new layer of intrigue to the project, which was first reported by Bollywood Hungama in January. On the time, it was revealed that Aditya Roy Kapur had signed on to headline a horror thriller backed by Karan Johar’s banner, Dharma Productions. Now, with Collin D’Cunha — known for his work on Call Me Bae and Do You Wanna Partner — being considered for the director’s chair, the film is predicted to lean heavily right into a playful and self-aware tone while retaining elements of horror. Sources suggest the film’s style and storytelling approach may very well be paying homage to the cult parody franchise Scary Movie, combining genre tropes with humour and over-the-top moments.
When the project was first reported earlier this 12 months, a source shared details about how the collaboration got here together. “Karan Johar has locked a horror thriller for his banner, Dharma Productions and has roped in Aditya Roy Kapur to play the lead character. Adi read the script and didn’t take long to return on board. It’s a novel project, and everybody at Dharma is bullish concerning the theatrical prospects of the genre,” the source told Bollywood Hungama.
The film is currently within the early stages of development, with pre-production work already underway at Dharma Productions. One other key element of the project — the feminine lead — can be reportedly being finalised. Based on earlier information, the makers are in advanced discussions with a top-tier actress to star opposite Aditya Roy Kapur.
Sharing further details concerning the timeline, the source had also revealed that the team is planning to start filming later this 12 months. “The prep work has already begun at Dharma, however the director’s name has been kept under wraps for now”, the source had added.
With Collin D’Cunha now more likely to helm the film and the project reportedly leaning into the slasher-comedy genre, the collaboration between Aditya Roy Kapur and Dharma Productions appears to be shaping up as an unusual addition to the studio’s slate. The film is currently expected to go on floors in May 2026.
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