Tumbbad 2 has been officially announced by Sohum Shah, the producer and lead actor of the highly praised film Tumbbad. The announcement follows the successful re-release of Tumbbad in theatres, where it exceeded its original box office performance. During its re-release on September 13, Tumbbad surpassed its initial box office earnings, even outperforming legendary films like Sholay, Mughal-e-Azam, and Rockstar in opening-day collections.
Teaser and Voiceover
Sohum Shah took to Instagram to reveal a captivating teaser for Tumbbad 2. The teaser features characters Vinayak and his son Pandurang and is accompanied by a haunting voiceover from Sohum Shah. The teaser concludes with the foreboding phrase, “Pralay, Pralay phir aayega,” hinting at a darker, more intense sequel.
Sohum Shah’s Vision
Sohum Shah expressed his excitement for the sequel, emphasising the significance of Tumbbad as a heartfelt project. He mentioned that seeing the ongoing love and support for the film is overwhelming and reinforces the belief that quality content is paramount. With Tumbbad 2, the aim is to elevate the cinematic experience to new heights. The sequel promises to delve even deeper into the intricately crafted world of Tumbbad, offering more significant plot twists and a more intense exploration of the consequences of unchecked greed.
Tumbbad’s Story
For those needing to become more familiar, Tumbbad follows the story of Vinayak Rao (played by Sohum Shah), who embarks on a perilous journey with his young son. The film chronicles Vinayak’s descent into greed and obsession as he seeks a mythical treasure guarded by the evil entity Hastar.
Creative Team and Accolades
Tumbbad was directed by Rahi Anil Barve, with Anand Gandhi as the creative director and Adesh Prasad as the co-director. Mitesh Shah, Adesh Prasad, Rahi Anil Barve, and Anand Gandhi wrote the screenplay. Sohum Shah, Aanand L Rai, Mukesh Shah, and Amita Shah produced the film. Tumbbad received widespread critical acclaim and earned eight nominations at the 64th Filmfare Awards, ultimately winning three Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction, and Best Sound Design awards.
What’s Next?
The announcement of Tumbbad 2 has sparked great excitement among fans, who eagerly anticipate the next instalment of this gripping horror fantasy series. With Sohum Shah leading the way, audiences can expect a more intense and thrilling cinematic experience.
