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Sohum Shah's 'Tumbbad 2' starts filming
07 Apr 2026

The much-anticipated sequel to the cult classic Tumbbad, titled Tumbbad 2, has officially begun production.

The film's makers shared images from the muhurat shot on social media, marking a significant milestone in the project.

The ceremony was attended by producer Dr. Jayantilal Gada and his son Dhaval Gada, along with industry veterans Boney Kapoor and Tutu Sharma.

Everything to know about 'Tumbbad 2'
Cast reunion

Sohum Shah returns to reprise his role in Tumbbad 2. He will also be co-producing the sequel under his banner Sohum Shah Films.

The film has also added Nawazuddin Siddiqui to its cast in a pivotal role.

Director Adesh Prasad is at the helm of this project, which is being produced by Pen Studios (headed by Dr. Gada) and distributed by Pen Marudhar.

Siddiqui is excited for 'Tumbbad 2'
Actor's statement

Siddiqui recently spoke about his role in Tumbbad 2, saying in a statement, "Tumbbad has always been a film I admired for its originality and atmospheric storytelling."

"When Sohum shared the vision for the sequel, I liked the story and joined them on their journey."

"Collaborating with Sohum Shah and Pen Studios on a project of this scale is truly exciting."

Massive set built for 'Tumbbad 2' shoot
Production scale

The sequel will see a massive production scale, with reports suggesting that a city-like set has been built in Mumbai for the film's shoot.

This is expected to add to the immersive experience of Tumbbad 2.

The original Tumbbad, directed by Rahi Anil Barve, was known for its unique narrative and atmospheric storytelling.

It followed a man's quest for hidden treasure protected by a cursed entity while exploring themes of greed.

'Tumbbad's cult status led to a sequel
Film's journey

Despite a lukewarm response at the box office during its initial release, Tumbbad gained immense popularity over the years.

The film developed a strong following and became one of the most well-known Hindi fantasy folklore films.

It was re-released in 2024 and went on to become the second-highest-grossing re-released Indian film.