Sohum Shah's much-awaited folk-horror sequel, Tumbbad 2, is scheduled to start filming later this year. The film has created a lot of excitement after the success of its first part, and the makers of 'Tumbbad 2', have now confirmed that Nawazuddin Siddiqui will be part of the cast.
In an Instagram post, Sohum Shah welcomed Nawazuddin Siddiqui to the project, writing, "We are pleased to announce that one of the finest actors of our time, @nawazuddin._siddiqui has joined #Tumbbad2. Welcome, Nawaz bhai! :)."
Nawazuddin Siddiqui on joining 'Tumbbad 2'
According to a report by ANI, Nawazuddin Siddiqui will play a key role in Tumbbad 2. His character is expected to be central to the story.
In a statement, the actor also stated, "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 I joined them in their journey. Collaborating with Sohum Shah and Pen Studios on a project of this scale is truly exciting. The character I'll be portraying has many layers, and I'm looking forward to exploring this immersive universe with such a passionate team."
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Sohum Shah appreciated the joining of Nawazuddin Siddiqui to the film by saying that his presence makes the movie even stronger. He further added, "Bringing Nawaz Sir on board Tumbbad 2 feels incredibly exciting for us. He is an actor who brings an unmatched intensity and authenticity to every role he takes on. The character he will portray plays a very crucial part in expanding the emotional and psychological landscape of the sequel."
Sequel overview: Director, producers, and story theme
The film 'Tumbbad 2' is directed by Rahi Anil Barve and produced by Sohum Shah Films along with Pen Studios. Even though its release date has not been announced yet.
The first film, 'Tumbbad,' was set in a village in Maharashtra and followed Vinayak Rao, played by Sohum Shah. He becomes obsessed with finding a mythical treasure guarded by the evil entity Hastar. The sequel is expected to continue the story with a captivating narrative like it did previously.
