Fans of the horror genre have a lot to be excited about, as the critically acclaimed movie Tumbbad is set to return with a sequel. On 13th September, Tumbbad was re-released in theatres, marking six years since the original film made its debut in 2018. The re-release has already garnered significant attention, breaking its past records for opening day collections and offering viewers an even bigger surprise — the official announcement of Tumbbad 2.
The sequel to the horror-thriller has been officially confirmed by actor Soham Shah through a social media post, setting fans abuzz with excitement. The eerie video posted by Soham is captioned with the ominous words, “Pralaya aayega” (The end will come), creating anticipation for the return of Hastar and the terrifying world of Tumbbad. While no release date has been provided, the announcement confirms that the story is already in development.
A Journey That Took Six Years to Complete
Released in 2018, Tumbbad was a unique horror film set in a fictional village where it constantly rains, adding to the eerie atmosphere of the story. The film’s production was a mammoth task, taking six years to complete, largely because the director Rahi Anil Barve wanted the monsoon scenes to appear as authentic as possible. Barve waited for four consecutive monsoon seasons to capture the rain in a way that felt real and immersive for the audience.
During this long production period, lead actor Soham Shah had to maintain his character’s look, which included gaining 18 kilograms and maintaining that weight for the duration of the six years. Shah is not just the film’s lead actor but also one of its producers, showcasing his dedication to the project. Interestingly, in 2008, the lead role was initially offered to actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, but financial difficulties put the film on hold.
Tumbbad’s Re-release Success and Breaking Its Record
Since its re-release, Tumbbad has been performing well at the box office, earning ₹1.65 crore on its first day back in theatres. This is more than double what the movie earned on its first day of release in 2018, where it collected ₹65 lakh. The film’s recent earnings have also surpassed that of The Buckingham Murders, a Kareena Kapoor film released on the same day, which earned ₹1.25 crore on its opening day. This highlights the growing fanbase and appreciation for Tumbbad over time.
Fans have been pouring in their excitement in the comments section of Soham Shah’s social media post. The success of the re-release has amplified the anticipation for the sequel, as people are eager to revisit the world of Tumbbad and experience another spine-chilling tale.
The Return of Hastar and What We Can Expect from the Sequel
The storyline for Tumbbad 2 is expected to revolve around Pandurang, the son of Vinayak, who was the central character in the first film. Soham Shah had mentioned in a previous interview that there are plans for Tumbbad 2 and even a potential third part. Now that the second part has been officially announced, fans can expect the terrifying saga of Hastar and the cursed village to continue, but with a new perspective focused on Pandurang’s journey.
While the first film left audiences captivated by its unique storytelling, dark visuals, and eerie atmosphere, the sequel is expected to build on this, possibly introducing even more horrifying elements. With the tagline in the announcement video stating, “The wheel of time is round, what has passed will come back, the door will open once again… Pralaya aayega”, it is clear that the story will delve deeper into the lore and mythos of Tumbbad, leaving fans to wonder what fresh horrors await them.
Fans of Tumbbad and horror enthusiasts, in general, will be eagerly waiting for more updates as the production of Tumbbad 2 moves forward.
