Sohum Shah discusses plans for Tumbbad 2 in the wake of Munjya and Stree 2’s success; ‘We’re not telling bedtime stories’
Actor and director Sohum Shah recently announced Tumbbad 2 after the successful re-release of the first film in theaters, generating significant excitement. In an interview with India Today, Shah highlighted the unique aspects of the film’s storyline and how it sets itself apart from other folklore-based horror films like Stree and Munjya. The director emphasized that, “They are not making dadi-nani ki kahaniyaan”.
When asked if it would be easier to create Tumbbad 2 given the positive reception of Maddock’s horror-comedy universe with a similar theme, Sohum pointed out the significant differences. “I don’t think that’s a problem. Those films are different. None of them are like Tumbbad. There’s a lot of difference in these stories,” he said.
Sohum added that Tumbbad is the only film based on the idea of ‘dadi-nani ki kahaniyan’. He stated, “They are not making dadi-nani ki kahaniyaan. Our story is not based in modern times. Our film begins and ends in the period time. We have a rakshas, a demon. They are not dealing with such elements.”
The actor expressed his gratitude to the audience for their overwhelming support of the re-release of Tumbbad. The film is performing exceptionally well at the box office, greatly encouraging Sohum to move forward with Tumbbad 2. He recently announced the sequel with a brief teaser.
In the interview, Sohum, who also serves as the producer of Tumbbad, mentioned that the significant love and support for the film would make it easier to produce Tumbbad 2. They are currently in the pre-production stage, finalizing the script, and will seek suitable backing once that is complete.
He also mentioned that Tumbbad is based on Maharashtrian folklore and was filmed on location in the state. The project faced several delays and was shelved at one point, with the script undergoing multiple revisions before Sohum and Aanand L Rai came on board as producers.
The first part, Tumbbad, was directed by Rahi Anil Barve with Adesh Prasad as the co-director and produced by Sohum Shah, Aanand L Rai, Mukesh Shah, and Amita Shah. According to Pinkvilla’s box office report, the film’s re-release earned nearly Rs 1.50 crore on its opening day, three times the amount it earned during its original run.
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