Ahan Shetty is reportedly ready to venture into uncharted territory with his next project. After making headlines with the success of ‘Border 2’, the actor is now said to have signed a filmmaker. Vikram BhattThe upcoming horror film ‘1920 Cold Winter’, the latest chapter in the popular supernatural franchise. The film, helmed by producer Anand Pandit, is currently in development, with the script still in progress.
A new genre for Ahan Shetty
Having made his acting debut in the romantic action drama ‘Tadap’, Ahan is slowly expanding his film choices. Before entering the horror space, he will be seen in director Tinu Desai’s ‘Sanki’.As stated by Mid-Day, reports suggest that the actor is eager to do a project that offers a new challenge. “Ahan’s next step is to experiment with different genres. After starting his career with ‘Tadap’, he wants to avoid repeating himself and consciously chooses films that allow him to explore new characters and worlds. ‘1920 Cold Winter’ will mark his first horror film,” revealed a source.While the casting of Ahan is reportedly locked, the team is still looking for the female lead. Reports suggest that the makers are interested in casting an established actress rather than introducing a newcomer. If the project stays on schedule, Vikram Bhatt is expected to start filming in November.Preparations for the film are expected to begin soon, with Vikram Bhatt and Anand Pandit reportedly planning a location recce in Scotland. Apart from the international locations, a significant part of the horror drama is also expected to be shot in Shimla, which will add to the spooky atmosphere of the story.
The legacy of the ‘1920’ franchise
“1920 Cold Winter” is the sixth film in the long-running horror series. The franchise started in ‘1920’ and later extended to ‘1920. Evil Returns’, ‘1920. London’, ‘1921’ and ‘1920. Terrors of the Heart’. The upcoming installment aims to continue the franchise’s blend of supernatural horror and suspense with a new cast and setting.