Actor is reportedly set to play a supernatural character in the upcoming horror film Griha Pravesh. Directed by Rohit Jugraj, the movie marks Devgn’s return to this genre after 21 years since Kaal (2005). The film was initially scheduled to go on floors in July but has now been delayed to September due to Devgn’s prior commitments.
‘Crime Patrol’ shoot delaying ‘Griha Pravesh’: Report
The production team will first shoot in before heading to the UK.
A source told Mid-Day, “The first schedule has been postponed because Ajay is shooting the television series Crime Patrol, which he is hosting.”
“He is also completing the last schedule for the jungle adventure film, Ranger.”
“Kumar Mangat [producer] and Rohit felt that it would save more time if they completed a chunk of the schedule in Mumbai and then went to London later in the year.”
Film inspired by ancient Sanskrit text, ‘Garuda Puran’
Griha Pravesh reportedly draws its inspiration from the ancient Sanskrit text, Garuda Puran. The scripture discusses human duties, death, karma, rebirth and the journey of the soul after death.
Reports suggest these themes are closely tied to Devgn’s character in the film.
The source added, “The book is divided in two parts, Purva Khanda that covers life and duties and Preta Khanda, which focuses on death, the afterlife journey of the soul, and funeral rites.”
More about Devgn’s character and film
The source further elaborated on Devgn’s character, saying, “Ajay’s character is somewhere connected to all this [as a corrupted soul].”
The report also described the upcoming film as something distinct from conventional horror, saying, “The story is fascinating and something out of the ordinary.”
After completing the first schedule, Devgn will reportedly focus on promoting Drishyam 3 before starting work on Chauhaan in December.