'Stree' spinoff feat. Shraddha's character is coming, writer confirms
What's the story
Niren Bhatt, the writer of the popular horror-comedy franchise Stree, has hinted at a potential standalone film focusing on Shraddha Kapoor's character.
The latest installment, Stree 2, co-stars Rajkummar Rao and has been well-received by audiences.
However, despite some revelations about Kapoor's character in the movie, many aspects remain shrouded in mystery.
Bhatt confirmed plans to delve deeper into her backstory in future projects.
Character exploration
Bhatt confirms plans to explore Kapoor's character
In a recent interview with Zoom, Bhatt confirmed the team's intention to further explore Kapoor's character.
"Yes, we will explore the story of Shraddha Kapoor as Stree's daughter, and that's why we didn't reveal her name," he stated.
This statement has sparked anticipation among fans eager for more insight into her role in the Maddock supernatural universe.
Universe expansion
Future plans for Maddock's supernatural universe
Bhatt also shared that there are numerous future plans for the Maddock supernatural universe.
He emphasized the importance of all characters from their films, including Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya.
"We are thinking of expanding their stories. I don't know how, when, and in which films they will come, but they will come," Bhatt said.
This suggests a broader narrative arc within this cinematic universe.
Character dynamics
Kapoor's character and future film interactions
In Stree 2, Kapoor's character is revealed as Stree's daughter. Her name is given to Rao's Vicky but remains undisclosed to the audience.
The film also features cameo appearances by Varun Dhawan as Bhediya and Akshay Kumar as a relative of Sarkata, raising curiosity about potential interactions with Kapoor's character in future installments.
Crossover speculation
Rao discusses potential crossover film in Maddock universe
During an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, Rao discussed the possibility of a crossover film featuring Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya.
"It's too early to say, to be honest. But sure, that's the reason this universe is building—that eventually, we can have that one big film where we will have a villain like Thanos and Vicky like Iron Man," he said.
This hints at an ambitious plan for Maddock's supernatural universe.