Sohum Shah says work on ‘Tumbbad 2’ is moving at a brisk pace

Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Actor-producer Sohum Shah, who is known for ‘Tumbbad’, ‘Dahaad’, ‘Maharani’ and others, has shared that the work on the sequel to ‘Tumbbad’ is in full swing.

Sohum recently took to his Instagram, and shared a set of pictures of himself in which he can be seen rummaging through the script of ‘Tumbbad 2’ and scribbling the notes.

He wrote in the caption, “Ha, Tumbbad pe hi kaam kar raha hun,” sparking excitement among fans of the 2018 film.

In his post, Shah is seen surrounded by notes, and drafts, hinting that the screenplay is already in development. Although no official release date has been confirmed, the news comes as a hopeful sign that ‘Tumbbad 2’ is finally in motion.

‘Tumbbad’, which was directed by Rahi Anil Barve, is a critically acclaimed horror-fantasy film. It was praised for its unique storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and its exploration of greed and myth. The film’s cult following and its ambitious narrative left fans yearning for more, making a sequel one of the most anticipated projects in recent years.

Sohum was instrumental in bringing ‘Tumbbad’ to life both as an actor and producer. He has hinted that the sequel will build upon the first film’s intricate world, diving deeper into its mysterious folklore.

The film is set against the backdrop of 1918 India and follows Vinayak Rao’s obsessive pursuit for a hidden treasure in the village of Tumbbad. The story intertwines elements of folklore, mythology, and horror as Vinayak navigates the dark secrets tied to an ancient goddess and her cursed legacy.

Meanwhile, Sohum also has ‘Crazxy’ in the pipeline. The film, produced under the banner of Sohum Shah Films, is slated for a release on March 7, 2025. The motion poster for the film has already created excitement, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in Sohum’s filmmaking journey.

–IANS

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