Varun Dhawan to Star in Yash Raj Films' First Horror Movie Directed by Abhay Pannu
Yash Raj Films is set to produce its first horror feature, scheduled for a 2027 theatrical release. Varun Dhawan will star as the lead, reuniting with the studio after his 2018 film Sui Dhaaga. The film will be directed by Abhay Pannu, known for the acclaimed series Rocket Boys, marking his theatrical directorial debut. Production is expected to begin later this year, with further details about the story and cast yet to be announced.
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We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (54/100). Lens Score 31/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 7 Aug, 07:32 am. Other outlets followed.