Kriti Sanon is reportedly preparing to explore a darker side of her acting career with an upcoming horror film backed by Maddock Films. According to a report by News18, the actress has locked an untitled project that will reportedly move away from the production house’s familiar horror-comedy format and focus on pure horror.
The project is said to be mounted on a large scale, with Kriti expected to headline the film. However, the makers have not yet officially announced the project, and details about its storyline, director and supporting cast remain under wraps.
Kriti Sanon to Headline a Pure Horror Film?
According to News18, a source close to the development revealed that Kriti Sanon is keen to explore different genres and has reportedly chosen the upcoming horror project as her next film.
The source reportedly said that the actress would headline a large-scale horror film produced by Maddock Films. If the report proves accurate, the project could mark a notable genre shift for Kriti, who has previously appeared in romantic dramas, comedies and supernatural films.
The reported film is also expected to differ from Maddock Films’ popular horror-comedy titles. While the production house has built a successful slate of supernatural entertainers, the new project is said to focus on horror without the comedy element.
For now, the film’s title, director, plot and production timeline have not been disclosed. An official announcement from the makers is awaited.
Kriti Sanon’s Ninth Collaboration With Maddock Films?
The reported horror film is said to be Kriti Sanon’s ninth collaboration with Maddock Films, further extending her association with the production house.
Over the years, Kriti has worked with the banner on projects including Raabta, Luka Chuppi, Arjun Patiala, Mimi and Bhediya. Her performance in Mimi earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress, marking a significant milestone in her career.
According to the News18 report, the upcoming project would also be her second solo lead with the production house after Mimi. The source reportedly described the film as an ambitious venture and said Maddock was exploring pure horror with this project for the first time.
However, the reported collaboration count and the claim that this is the banner’s first pure-horror film should be treated as details attributed to the report until independently confirmed by the makers.
Kriti Sanon’s Recent Release and Box-Office Performance
Kriti Sanon has also been in the spotlight for her recent film Cocktail 2, directed by Homi Adajania and featuring Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna.
According to the figures cited in the original report from Sacnilk, the film crossed the ₹100 crore mark in worldwide collections within six days of its release. Its overall theatrical performance should be assessed using the final collection figures and a clearly identified source, rather than an early box-office milestone alone.
With the reported horror project, Kriti could take on a new challenge and explore a genre that demands a different approach to performance, atmosphere and suspense.
While anticipation may build around the prospect of seeing her headline a pure-horror film, audiences will have to wait for an official announcement before further details can be confirmed.
