'Laapataa Ladies' star in talks for 'Naagzilla'

Entertainment Nov 08, 2025

Pratibha Ranta, who made waves with her breakout role in Laapataa Ladies, is in talks to star alongside Kartik Aaryan in Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand.
Directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and backed by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films, this fantasy-comedy hits theaters on August 14, 2026.

Makers shift focus from Sanya Malhotra to Ranta

Ranta's possible casting marks a fresh direction for the film after the team moved on from their original pick, Sanya Malhotra.
The makers were drawn to Ranta's standout performance and felt her newness would be perfect for launching a big franchise.
Naagzilla kicks off a planned trilogy with Aaryan playing an Ichadaari Naag (shape-shifting serpent), promising a fun mix of folklore and comedy for the big screen.