Janhvi Kapoor, Sreeleela and Siddharth Gupta Begin Shooting for Umesh Bisht’s Untitled Thriller
A new Bollywood thriller has officially gone into production, bringing together Janhvi Kapoor, Sreeleela and Siddharth Gupta for the first time in a film directed by Umesh Bisht. The project’s opening shooting schedule is underway in Nainital, where the cast and crew have begun work on the still-untitled feature.
News of the shoot’s commencement comes from a source close to the production, who said the team had started filming as planned and was eager to bring the story to the screen. The combination of three performers with distinct career paths has already drawn attention, though the filmmakers have yet to announce the film’s title, full cast or release plans.
A Romantic Thriller with a Complicated Triangle
While the makers have not formally revealed the plot, reports describe the film as a romantic thriller centred on two women who become obsessed with the same man. That premise could create fertile ground for a story of attraction, rivalry and emotional tension, with the thriller format offering room for suspense beyond a conventional love triangle.
Details about the characters and the way their relationships develop remain under wraps. The film’s setting in Nainital may also contribute to its atmosphere: the hill town’s scenic landscapes and quieter surroundings can provide a striking contrast to a story driven by intense emotions and interpersonal conflict. Whether the location will feature prominently in the finished film is not yet known.
The project is backed by producers Ektaa Kapoor and Guneet Monga Kapoor. Their involvement brings together experience across commercial entertainment and distinctive, filmmaker-led projects. For now, however, the production team is keeping specific story details close, allowing anticipation to build as filming gets underway.
Three Actors from Different Screen Worlds
Janhvi Kapoor’s casting adds another thriller to a career that has moved between mainstream Hindi cinema and projects designed to showcase her range. She was recently seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari and is also associated with the upcoming film Peddi. The new project gives her an opportunity to explore a story shaped by romantic tension and suspense.
Sreeleela joins the film after building a following through work in South Indian cinema. Her credits include Dhamaka and Guntur Kaaram, while she also appeared in the song “Kissik” from Pushpa 2: The Rule. Her participation in a Hindi-language thriller represents another notable step in her expanding screen career and could introduce her to a wider Bollywood audience.
Siddharth Gupta completes the central trio. He is set to portray Lord Krishna in Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart, a role that places him in a very different kind of project. His pairing with Kapoor and Sreeleela gives the film a cast with varied screen identities, a mix that may help distinguish the thriller from more familiar romantic dramas.
Umesh Bisht Takes on a New Thriller
Director Umesh Bisht is known for projects including Pagglait, The Trial Season 2 and Gyaarah Gyaarah. His previous work spans different tones and formats, making the new film an intriguing addition to his body of work. The reported premise calls for a careful balance between character development and suspense, particularly if the story explores how fascination turns into rivalry or control.
With production now underway, the coming weeks may bring further announcements about supporting actors, the official title and the film’s eventual release strategy. Until then, the Nainital schedule marks the first concrete step in bringing the story to life.
What to Expect as Production Continues
The film’s appeal lies partly in its unusual combination of performers and its promise of a relationship-driven thriller. Audiences will be watching to see how the three leads share the screen, how the two women’s connection to the same man is portrayed, and whether the story leans more heavily into romance, psychological tension or mystery.
For now, the makers have confirmed only that filming has begun and that the principal trio is part of the project. The title, additional casting and other production details are still to be announced. As the shoot progresses, more information should clarify the film’s tone and place within the slate of upcoming Bollywood releases.
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