Mumbai: Actor Ranveer Singh is reportedly set to begin shooting for his upcoming zombie thriller Pralay in September 2026. According to media reports, the ambitious project will be filmed largely in Australia and is expected to be one of the biggest productions of the actor’s career.
The reported development comes amid continued discussions surrounding Ranveer Singh’s reported exit from Don 3.
Film to go on floors in September
According to a Pinkvilla report, Pralay is scheduled to begin production in September, with a significant portion of the shoot taking place in Australia.
Director Jai Mehta and the production team are reportedly conducting extensive pre-production work overseas. The project is said to involve international technicians, particularly for production design and visual effects, to create the film’s dystopian setting.
Reports also suggest that Ranveer Singh has already begun preparing physically and emotionally for the demanding role.
A Rs 300 crore zombie thriller
Pralay is reportedly being made on an estimated budget of Rs 300 crore, making it the most expensive standalone film of Ranveer Singh’s career to date.
The film is said to revolve around a married couple trying to survive in a dystopian Mumbai devastated by chaos and destruction.
Actor Kalyani Priyadarshan is reportedly set to play the female lead, although the filmmakers are yet to make an official announcement regarding the casting.
Ranveer reportedly involved in creative process
Media reports claim that Ranveer Singh has been actively participating in creative discussions with director Jai Mehta and the writing team.
The actor is reportedly contributing to various aspects of the project as the makers aim to introduce a large-scale zombie thriller to mainstream Hindi cinema.
Comes amid Don 3 controversy
The latest update on Pralay comes as Ranveer Singh continues to remain in the spotlight over reports surrounding his departure from Don 3.
According to earlier reports, the actor stepped away from the project shortly before filming was expected to begin. It was also reported that the production house incurred pre-production costs, while Ranveer allegedly returned his signing amount.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees had earlier issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor over the matter. However, the directive was later withdrawn after Ranveer reportedly initiated legal action.
Neither the actor nor the makers have officially commented on several of these reported developments.
Conclusion
If the reports are accurate, Pralay could mark a significant milestone in Ranveer Singh’s career by exploring the zombie thriller genre on a large scale. With production reportedly set to begin in September, an official announcement from the makers is now awaited.