Here’s the full tweet by Sohum Shah: "We are excited to announce that Sohum Shah Films joins hands with Pen Studios, led by the esteemed powerhouse Dr. Jayantilal Gada, for the next chapter in the Tumbbad universe. With this collaboration, Tumbbad 2 becomes not just a film, but a promise to together push boundaries, celebrate storytelling, and deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. The journey begins! #Tumbbad2 #SohumShahFilms @PenMovies @jayantilalgada @gada_dhaval #PenStudios #PenMarudhar #AmitaShah #MukeshShah #AdeshPrasad #AnkitJain"
The move is a game-changer. Tumbbad, first released in 2018, was praised for its haunting visuals and layered mythology, grossing over ₹20 crore against its modest ₹7 crore budget. After a surprising 2024 re-release that added ₹10.5 crore, the film cemented itself as a cult modern horror classic. The upcoming sequel, however, scales up dramatically with a ₹150 crore budget under Pen Studios’ banner, known for mega-productions like RRR and Gangubai Kathiawadi.
While Rahi Anil Barve helmed the first film, Tumbbad 2 will see Adesh Prasad, who co-wrote the original, step into the director’s chair. With six years of work poured into the script, fans can expect a sequel that retains the soul of the original while promising larger-than-life scale and storytelling.
By combining Sohum Shah’s vision with Pen Studios’ blockbuster expertise, Tumbbad 2 aims not just to revisit Hastar’s cursed myth but potentially create India’s first globally recognized horror franchise. The haunting journey is officially set to begin again.
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