Get ready for one of the most unique films Bollywood has ever seen. Kartik Aaryan has officially begun shooting for his much awaited fantasy comedy Naagzilla, and the actor announced the news in the most special way possible. Taking to Instagram, he shared a picture of himself holding the clapperboard on Day 1 of the shoot.
What made the announcement even more exciting is the timing. Kartik celebrated the first anniversary of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 on the same day he started shooting for Naagzilla. His caption read, “1 Year of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Day 1 of Naagzilla. Har Har Mahadev. 14th August 2026.” This update has sent fans into a frenzy as they gear up to see their favorite star in a never before seen avatar.
Kartik Aaryan As A Shape Shifting Snake
Naagzilla is not your typical Bollywood film. In this one of a kind fantasy comedy, Kartik Aaryan will play the role of Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand, a 631 year old Ichadaari Naag, which means a shape shifting snake. This is a completely new territory for the actor, who has mostly been known for his romantic comedies and horror comedies.
The film blends ancient serpentine legends with modern chaos, and promises to be a full on entertainer packed with fantasy, folklore, and fun. Kartik’s character emerges from Naag Lok, the mythical world of snakes, to confront an unprecedented threat in the human world. This is reportedly the first chapter in a high concept creature comedy trilogy.
Karan Johar And Kartik Aaryan Reunite
Naagzilla marks the second collaboration between Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar after their upcoming film. The movie is being produced by Dharma Productions along with several other producers including Mahaveer Jain, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and Sujit Jain.
The film is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba, who is best known for helming the super successful Fukrey franchise. With his expertise in comedy and Kartik Aaryan’s impeccable comic timing, Naagzilla has all the ingredients to become a massive entertainer. Fans are already very excited to see what this fresh pairing brings to the screen.
Clash With Bhediya 2 On The Cards
One of the most interesting aspects of Naagzilla is its release date. The film is set to hit theaters on August 14, 2026, which is the same day Varun Dhawan’s Bhediya 2 is scheduled to release. This means audiences will witness an epic clash between a shape shifting snake and a werewolf at the box office.
Both films belong to the fantasy comedy genre and promise larger than life entertainment. It will be fascinating to see how these two creature features perform against each other.
About Naagzilla
Naagzilla is an upcoming fantasy comedy film directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. Kartik Aaryan plays a 631 year old shape shifting snake named Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand in this epic adventure. The film releases on August 14, 2026.
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