Here’s some fantastic news for all Kartik Aaryan fans! Earlier this year, it was announced that he would star in a super exciting high-concept creature comedy called Naagzilla. The film, backed by Karan Johar‘s Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films, is now all set to start.
We have now learned that this much-awaited film, where Kartik will play a shape-shifting snake (naag), is going on floors in just about two weeks!
Shoot Kicks Off In Mumbai
A source close to the project has revealed that Kartik Aaryan will start shooting for the film from November 1 in Mumbai. The entire team is thrilled to get the cameras rolling. The pre-production work has been going on for a while, and everything is perfectly in place to begin the shoot.
The team is working towards a specific release date. The plan is to release the film on Independence Day next year, which means we can expect a big festive release in 2026.
Who Is The Female Lead?
With the shoot about to start, everyone is curious to know who will be starring opposite Kartik. When asked about the leading lady, the source mentioned that the makers have not yet made a final decision.
However, they promised that the choice will definitely be a surprise that will make all the fans waiting for this one-of-a-kind film even happier. It seems like we will have to wait a little longer for that big reveal!
Kartik Juggles Two Big Films
Kartik Aaryan has a very busy schedule ahead. We recently reported that he will also resume the shoot for his next film with director Anurag Basu in November. So, how will he manage both? The source confirmed, “Kartik will juggle the shoot of both the films. He’s a thorough professional and has planned his dates impeccably for next month.” This shows just how dedicated and in-demand the star is right now.
Naagzilla is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and marks the second collaboration between Kartik and KJo after their upcoming rom-com, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, co-starring Ananya Panday.
About Naagzilla
Naagzilla is an upcoming high-concept creature comedy directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba. It is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain’s Mahaveer Jain Films. The film stars Kartik Aaryan in the lead role as a shape-shifting snake and is planned for an Independence Day 2026 release.
(Also read: Kartik Aaryan And Anurag Basu To Reunite: A 25-Day Shoot For Their Next Film Starts In November)
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