Vir Das to Direct and Star in Found Footage Horror 'Baara Number'
Actor-comedian Vir Das transitions from comedy to horror with his new directorial venture 'Baara Number', a found footage horror drama. Co-directing with Kavi Shastri, Das aims to blend psychological depth with atmospheric storytelling. The project, produced by Zazu Productions, begins filming in June.
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After the success of his directorial debut 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos', actor-comedian Vir Das is stepping into the horror genre with his latest venture, 'Baara Number'. The found footage horror drama sees Das once again collaborating with Kavi Shastri, with the duo co-directing the anticipated film as announced in a recent press release.
Produced by Zazu Productions, 'Baara Number' is set to commence filming in June, with the initial schedule taking place in Mumbai. Das will also be part of the ensemble cast. The makers promise a fresh take on horror, focusing on psychological depth and atmospheric storytelling, aiming to go beyond conventional genre tropes. The film has reportedly been in the pipeline for some time, suggesting a carefully crafted narrative exploring fear from multiple dimensions, both external and introspective.
Currently, Vir Das is busy with his 'Hey Stranger' 2026 tour, a 21-city performance run that began on February 27, keeping up his engagement with audiences globally. (ANI)
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