Vir Das returns as director with horror film 'Baara Number'
What's the story
International Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das is returning to the director's seat with a found-footage horror film titled Baara Number. The movie, per Variety, will be produced under his banner Zazu Productions and will see him reuniting with Kavi Shastri, who co-directed his directorial debut Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos. Das will also star in the ensemble cast of Baara Number.
Production details
'Baara Number' promises psychological depth and atmospheric storytelling
The principal photography for Baara Number is set to begin in June at various locations in Mumbai. A statement from Zazu Productions said the film is "positioned as a found footage horror narrative" that seeks to go beyond conventional tropes by infusing "psychological depth and atmospheric storytelling." The project has been in development for a while and promises "a nuanced take on fear, exploring both external tension and internal human emotions."
Career shift
The film will mark Das's transition from comedy to horror
The statement from Zazu Productions also highlighted Das's transition from comedy to horror with Baara Number. It said, "Vir Das further expands his creative repertoire, transitioning from comedy to horror while maintaining a strong focus on narrative innovation." The film will be an interesting addition to Das's diverse portfolio as he continues his Hey Stranger 2026 tour across the US and London.
Previous work
Meanwhile, Das's directorial debut was released on OTT recently
Das's directorial debut, Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, was released on Netflix on Wednesday, April 1. The film is set in a heightened comic universe and follows the story of a well-meaning but naive spy whose attempts at heroism create more problems than solutions. The movie employs an eccentric tone, mixing slapstick, satire, and spy-thriller tropes with Das's unmissable comic timing.