The trailer of Maa, a mythological horror film led by Kajol, has already started conversations because of the terrifying graphics and deep-rooted spirituality of it all. But the biggest news at the trailer launch was the surprise appearance of Shaitaan himself, R. Madhavan.
The two have now sat down for a freewheeling conversational ebb and flow, discussing fear, faith, and the one name that connects their terrifying film worlds: Ajay Devgn.
Kajol On Her Divine Connection With Maa Kali
“She Is Always Behind Me”
In this emotionally driven exchange, Kajol spoke about how her devotion to Maa Kali was a crucial reason behind her saying yes to Maa.
“What called me was Maa Kali. I love her and she is Maa in my head… I always feel like her hand is on my head. That was one of the reasons I loved the script. And obviously it was a great script.”
Maa is not just another horror movie—it is a cinematic experience where mythology and maternal divinity are joined at the hip, with Kajol playing a woman who summons the rage and sustenance of Maa Kali when dealing with an ancient curse.
R. Madhavan On Playing Evil
“That Scene Made Me Uncomfortable.”
On the other hand, we have R. Madhavan, who was terrifying to audiences in the role of the villain in Shaitaan. In his recollection, one scene stood out as particularly disturbing:
“The scene where I make the daughter dance, until she pees……. I had to completely rewire myself to disgust, as opposed to darkness; I had the sheet over my face so I wouldn’t have to see it. It chilled me.”
Madhavan, who has typically played romantic and heroic roles, shocked his fans with his dark turn; he earned acclaim for transforming Bollywood villainy into quiet menace.
The Ajay Devgn Factor
“Professionalism & Power”
Neither Kajol nor Madhavan shied away from recognising the one common thread between Maa and Shaitaan — Ajay Devgn.
“There is a lot about his presence on the set. It seemed quiet, powerful and always professional,” Kajol said.
“I don’t know what it is about him but he knows the pulse of the audience unlike few others. That is what makes his collaborations special,” added Madhavan.
As a final mention, Ajay Devgn serves as the producer of Maa under Devgn Films, in association with Jio Studios and Kumar Mangat Pathak.
More About Maa & Shaitaan
Maa
- Genre: Mythological Horror
- Lead: Kajol
- Director: Vishal Furia
- Release Date: 27 June 2025
- Plot: A mother manifests as Maa Kali to combat a demonic curse that endangers her family.
Shaitaan
- Cast: R. Madhavan, Ajay Devgn
- Highlight: With an enthralling story and an unnerving antagonist portrayed by Madhavan, Maa reimagined psychological horror for the Hindi-speaking belt four years ago.
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Box Office Worldwide Verdict
When divinity and darkness inhabit a particular frame, Maa is guaranteed to hit high. In the emotionally complex role of Maa and the calculated menace of Madhavan, Shaitaan is fear, while Maa, although involving horror too, represents faith.
Their open conversation, which has theatricality and chaos, is a lesson in contrasts and juxtapositions, while linked by Ajay Devgn‘s deft creative guidance.
With Maa dropping June 27, 2025, and Shaitaan directing audiences digitally, Bollywood is embracing horror with an immediate spiritual context and cinematic spectacle.
This collision of Maa and Shaitaan is pure and shiver-inducing synergy.
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