Kartik Aaryan to begin 'Naagzilla' shoot in November
What's the story
Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan is all set to begin shooting for the much-anticipated creature comedy Naagzilla from November 1 in Mumbai, reported Bollywood Hungama. The film, produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain's Mahaveer Jain Films (with Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and Sujit Jain as partners), will see Aaryan play a shape-shifting naag. Pre-production for the project has been in full swing, and the team is now ready to commence shooting.
Release date
Here's when the film will likely hit theaters
The source told the portal, "Kartik Aaryan will start shooting for Naagzilla from November 1 in Mumbai. The actor and the whole team of the film are excited to begin shooting." "The aim is to release the film next year on Independence Day, as planned." The female lead has not yet been finalized, but is expected to be a surprise for fans.
Dual projects
Aaryan to juggle shoots for 'Naagzilla' and Anurag Basu's project
Apart from Naagzilla, Aaryan will also be juggling the shoot of Anurag Basu's next project in November. The source said, "Kartik will juggle the shoot of both the films. He's a thorough professional and has planned his dates impeccably for next month." This collaboration marks the beginning of a long partnership between Johar and Jain, with an aim to create out-of-the-box entertainers.
Career moves
Second collaboration between Aaryan and Johar
Earlier this year, Aaryan and Johar wrapped up shooting for the rom-com Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. Co-starring Ananya Panday, it will release on December 31, 2025. Naagzilla is their second collaboration. Meanwhile, Aaryan was last seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, released in 2024.