Multiple reports say Yash Raj Films (YRF) is planning its first-ever horror feature film, with Varun Dhawan to headline and Abhay Pannu to direct. Abhay Pannu, known for the series “Rocket Boys,” is reported to be making his theatrical directorial debut with the project. The film is expected to go into production later this year, and sources indicate a theatrical release target of 2027. One report adds that Pannu is also credited with writing the screenplay. The news also frames the announcement as part of YRF’s broader move into a genre it has not previously produced. Varun Dhawan is described as joining the film as the lead, marking another collaboration with the studio after earlier work such as “Sui Dhaaga.” At the moment, details about the plot or cast beyond Dhawan are not provided in the reports, and there is no official confirmation from YRF in the cited coverage. The reports also note that Dhawan has not publicly announced other upcoming projects at this stage.
Varun Dhawan to star as YRF’s first horror film is set for 2027 release, report says
Multiple reports say Yash Raj Films (YRF) is planning its first-ever horror feature film, with Varun Dhawan to headline and Abhay Pannu to direct. Abhay Pannu, known for the series “Rocket Boys,” is r...
- Yash Raj Films plans its first horror feature film.
- Varun Dhawan is reported to be selected as the lead actor.
- Abhay Pannu, known for “Rocket Boys,” is reported to direct, with a 2027 theatrical release target.
- The film is reported to begin production later this year.
- Reports also credit Abhay Pannu with writing the screenplay.
Varun Dhawan to headline Aditya Chopra's first horror film, 'Rocket Boys' director Abhay Pannu to helm 2027 release
2 hours agoYash Raj Films (YRF) is preparing to enter the horror genre for the first time with an ambitious new feature film. Reportedly, the project will be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Abhay Pannu, best known for the critically acclaimed series Rocket Boys, and will feature Varun Dhawan in the lead role.The film is expected to begin production later this year and is currently eyeing a theatrical release in 2027. Apart from directing the project, Abhay Pannu has also written its screenplay.According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, Varun has been finalised as the lead actor, marking another collaboration between the actor and the production house.Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai On OTT: When And Where To Watch Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur And Pooja Hegde's Romantic Comedy Film?Confirming the development, a source close to the project told the portal, “Varun has come on board as the lead for YRF’s first horror film. Yash Raj Films (YRF) is entering the horror genre for the first time with a feature film directed by Abhay Pannu, strategically championed by Akshaye Widhani, and now headlined by Varun Dhawan as the lead. YRF have made films across almost every genre except horror. Come 2027, and the banner will finally step into this genre.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by VarunDhawan (@varundvn)The upcoming film will also mark Abhay Pannu’s theatrical directorial debut. The filmmaker received appreciation for Rocket Boys, and his collaboration with YRF reflects the studio’s continued effort to back filmmakers with fresh storytelling styles.For Varun Dhawan, the horror film will be his second project with Yash Raj Films after Sui Dhaaga. The actor was last seen in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, his father, veteran filmmaker David Dhawan's last directorial. He has not announced any of his upcoming projects yet. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Free Press Journal (@freepressjournal)However, there have been reports that he will star in Vivek Agnihotri's film based on Operation Sindoor.
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