and Ram Charan’s is doing great business at the box office. Now, a few days after the release of Peddi, Janhvi is already charting her next move in Bollywood. As per a report, Kapoor is all set to star in a high-concept creature horror film, directed by Tummbad fame Rahi Anil Barve.
Janhvi Kapoor to star in a creature horror film next?
As per a report by Pinkvilla, Janhvi Kapoor is all set to star in a large-scale creature horror film backed by Jio Studios.
A source told the portal, “Janhvi Kapoor is currently reading scripts and discussing potential projects for her next feature film. She has shown keen interest in the creature horror film to be directed by Rahi Anil Barve. The prep work is already underway, and the makers are hoping to begin production later this year.”
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The source further adds, “It’s a never-done-before role for Janhvi and one that demands extensive preparation. She is expected to sign the dotted lines soon. Once the paperwork is completed, the actress will undergo intensive acting workshops to get into the skin of the character and understand the nuances of the world being created.”
As per the report, if all goes as planned, the horror film will go on the floor by the end of the year.
About Peddi
Meanwhile, Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor’s sports drama Peddi has emerged as a massive box-office success, crossing ₹261 crore gross worldwide in just six days of its theatrical run. Peddi also features Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyendu in key roles. Written and directed by Buchi Babu Sana, Peddi is an A R Rahman musical.
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While Janhvi is being applauded for her acting, many viewers found her portrayal hypersexual. After the uproar, Buchi Babu Sana apologised and confirmed edits to Janhvi’s scenes.