Fresh off the success of its trilogy, the ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ franchise is gearing up for the fourth installment, with the producer. Bhushan KumarIt is reported that the team developed the core idea of ​​the film and: Kartik Aaryan is set to return as Rooh Baba. Anees Bazmeewho directed the second and third parts, is said to be in talks to helm ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’ as well, with eyes on the film going on floors in late 2027.
Bhushan Kumar starts work on ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’
According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the makers have started developing the core concept for the fourth installment, which aims to further expand one of the biggest horror-comedy franchises in Hindi cinema. A source told the publication that Kumar wants to establish ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ as the biggest franchise in the country, and that the foundation for the film’s core plot is already underway. Kartik Aaryan is also reportedly involved in these early creative discussions, said to be keen to reprise his role as Rooh Baba for the third time in a row. The report also claims that Kartik Aaryan is actively involved in creative discussions as he prepares to reprise his fan favorite character.
Anees Bazmee is reportedly in talks to return
Anees Bazmee, who helmed ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ and ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, is reportedly in discussions to return as director for the fourth installment as well. A source revealed that talks are progressing, with financial terms now being finalized between Bazmee and the production team. Before turning her attention to ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’, Anees Bazmee is reportedly busy with her upcoming starring project. Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan. Once filming is complete, the filmmaker is expected to begin developing the screenplay and creative framework for the fourth installment of the horror-comedy franchise.
When is ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’ expected to start production?
According to the report, the makers are planning to take ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’ on the floors in the second half of 2027. While no official announcement has been made by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, Kartik Aaryan or Anees Bazmee, the reported timeline shows that the project is currently in its early stages of development.
About the ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ franchise
‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ remains one of the most consistent horror-comedy franchises in Hindi cinema, with a 100 percent hit record across its three installments. The original film released in 2007 with Akshay Kumar leading the cast, before Kartik Aaryan took over the mantle for the second and third installments, both of which turned out to be major box office successes.
