Varun Dhawan to Headline Yash Raj Films’ First-Ever Horror Film, Directed by ‘Rocket Boys’ Creator Abhay Pannu; Release Set for March 31, 2028!

Developed under the guidance of Aditya Chopra and produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, the untitled theatrical feature marks Varun Dhawan’s second collaboration with the studio following ‘Sui Dhaaga: Made in India’.

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has officially announced its foray into theatrical horror for the very first time, locking March 31, 2028, as the worldwide release date for its upcoming untitled horror feature headlined by Varun Dhawan.

Designed to bring YRF’s signature production scale, craft, and cinematic ambition to a fresh, immersive big-screen horror experience, the project expands the iconic banner’s storied catalogue—which has traditionally spanned romance, action, drama, comedy, and thrillers—into completely uncharted territory. The film is being developed under the creative guidance of YRF Chairman Aditya Chopra, with studio CEO Akshaye Widhani serving as producer.

Acclaimed storyteller Abhay Pannu, best known for creating and directing the critically lauded series Rocket Boys, will helm the feature and has also penned its screenplay. The project marks Pannu’s transition from streaming to the big screen as a theatrical feature director, underscoring YRF’s continued commitment to championing bold, disruptive voices in Indian cinema.

For Varun Dhawan, the film marks his second outing with #YashRajFilms following their 2018 drama Sui Dhaaga: Made in India. While the actor has previously ventured into the supernatural horror-comedy space with Bhediya and Stree 2, this straight horror feature positions him in an entirely new, atmospheric cinematic space. Further details regarding the film’s official title, supporting cast, and plot are currently kept under wraps.

By Keerti Kadam