The excitement around Pralay just shot up several notches.
Kalyani Priyadarshan has officially joined the cast of Ranveer Singh’s next – a post-apocalyptic zombie thriller that already sounds unlike anything mainstream Hindi cinema has attempted in recent years. With this casting update, Pralay is fast becoming one of the most intriguing and talked-about projects on the horizon.
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The film will be helmed by Jai Mehta, who previously co-directed the landmark web series Scam 1992 alongside Hansal Mehta. Scam 1992 wasn’t just a hit – it became a cultural moment during the COVID lockdown, catapulting Pratik Gandhi to stardom and redefining long-form storytelling in India. Jai Mehta stepping into a feature film of this scale has already sparked curiosity.
Adding to the hype is Ranveer Singh’s current dream run. Fresh off the earth-shattering success of Dhurandhar – jo box office aur audiences ke dilon mein dono jagah dhurandhar macha raha hai – expectations from Pralay are sky-high. Ranveer has built a reputation for fearlessly diving into unconventional roles, and a zombie-led dystopian world feels perfectly aligned with his appetite for risk.
For Kalyani Priyadarshan, this marks an exciting new chapter. Coming off strong performances and fresh acclaim for Lokah, her entry into a gritty, genre-bending Hindi project signals a bold career move. Her presence adds emotional depth and freshness to a film that already promises intensity and scale.
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What makes Pralay especially exciting is its offbeat concept. Post-apocalyptic zombie thrillers are rare in mainstream Hindi cinema – and when done right, they can completely reset audience expectations. With a solid creative team, a fearless lead, and now a compelling new co-star, Pralay feels like the kind of film that could break the mould.
The film is set to begin shooting in APRIL 2026… This film also marks Ranveer Singh’s debut as a producer.
If this is the direction Bollywood is heading in – audiences are more than ready.
