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Ranveer Singh gears up for grand zombie thriller Pralay, major shoot in Australia

Ranveer Singh teams up with Jai Mehta for Pralay, a ₹300 crore zombie thriller. Major shoots start in Australia from September 2026, marking Kalyani Priyadarshan's Bollywood debut.

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Dumtika Editorial

June 30, 2026 · 1 min read

Ranveer Singh gears up for grand zombie thriller Pralay, major shoot in Australia

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Ranveer Singh to headline Pralay, a high-budget zombie thriller

Ranveer Singh is all set to star in "Pralay", an ambitious zombie thriller helmed by debutant director Jai Mehta. Known for his energetic performances and bold film choices, Ranveer is taking on a challenging role in this post-apocalyptic drama that promises to push creative boundaries.

The film is being mounted on a lavish scale, with Kalyani Priyadarshan reportedly marking her Bollywood debut alongside Ranveer. "Pralay" is scheduled to begin shooting in September 2026, with Australia selected as the primary filming location. This international backdrop is expected to add visual grandeur and authenticity to the story's dystopian world.

Insiders reveal that Ranveer has already begun intense preparations for the project, immersing himself in world-building and character development. The film's scope demands significant physical and emotional investment, as described in a report, "This is a film that requires intense physical and emotional preparation, given the scale and genre." The movie is set to be VFX-heavy, with a staggering budget of ₹300 crores, signaling confidence in both the script and the vision of the makers.

With production ramping up and expectations running high, fans are eagerly awaiting more updates on "Pralay". Stay tuned as this big-ticket project takes shape, promising a unique cinematic experience in the zombie thriller genre.