Ranveer Singh is set to embark on his next project, Pralay. He is reportedly gearing up to start filming for the project, which is being directed by Jay Mehta, later this year. The movie, which has been generating buzz since last year, is set to mark Bollywood’s latest entry into the zombie apocalypse genre.
According to reports, the filming will start in Australia in September. The film is described as a high-stakes project with a production budget of approximately Rs 300 crore, making it one of the most expensive films in Ranveer’s career to date. The makers are reportedly already deep into the pre-production phase in Australia.
On the scope of the film, a report said, “Ranveer will start shooting for the Jay Mehta directorial in the second half of 2026. The shoot is planned in Australia, and he has already kick-started prep. This is a film that requires intense physical and emotional preparation, given the scale and genre.”
The narrative of Pralay will explore the collapse of humanity due to a zombie apocalypse, based on a couple who must do everything in their power to survive. Given the nature of the story, the film is expected to be a visual spectacle. As per reports, the makers are prioritizing technical excellence, with many crew members and supervisors involved who have experience in international projects.
About the technical approach, a statement shared, “Pralay will rely heavily on VFX. Jai and his team are actively working on the screenplay, visual detailing, and the larger zombie universe. Ranveer too has been involved in creative discussions on a day-to-day basis.” Highlighting the unique nature of the project, director Jay Mehta previously told Variety India, “It’s the kind of film that India hasn’t made yet, the kind of film that India hasn’t seen before.”
While Ranveer prepares for this international shoot, there is also speculation around the casting of the female lead, with rumours suggesting Kalyani Priyadarshini may join the project. However, no official confirmation has been made by the team or the actress. If confirmed, this would mark her Bollywood debut after the success of Lokah: Chapter 1.
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