Now, in exciting news for all Indian cinema buffs, the film and actor-turned-producer Sohum Shah has finally announced the sequel to the cult horror-fantasy Tumbbad. Announcing that during the re-release of the film in theatres on September 13, 2024.
The Original ‘Tumbbad’
Tumbbad released in the year 2018 and became an overnight sensation owing to its uniquely presented mythology, scary horror, and most-beautiful visuals. Directed by Rahi Anil Barve, the film tells the story of a man’s expedition for gold buried in Tumbbad village that pulls him deep into a world filled with greed, curses, and ancient gods. With its atmospheric narrative and strong performances-remarkably so by Sohum Shah-it was a greatly appreciated film.
Announcement of ‘Tumbbad 2’ The re-release of Tumbbad not only allowed a section of the newer audience to view the film on the big screen but also brought along a thrilling surprise for the fans. At the end of the re-released film, after the story gets over, a special message appeared: “Tumbbad 2 coming soon”. And then, of course, there was thunderous applause by the audience just to hear about the continuation.
What to Expect from ‘Tumbbad 2
While the plot details of Tumbbad 2 are kept under wraps, one can expect the sequel to take further developments in the dark lore and mythology presented in the first film. Sohum Shah has said in an interview that scripting for the sequel is in process, and the team is dedicated to bringing a story that will live up to the benchmarks set by its predecessor.
Box Office Collection upon Re-Release
Tumbbad was equally successful on the collection front too upon its re-release. The Tumbbad box office collections went up and higher than other classic re-releases like Sholay and Mughal-e-Azam. The film raked in thrice as much as it did during the opening day of its original release, proving that the movie is still a hit and that people were eager for its sequel.
Conclusion
The announcement of Tumbbad 2 has, without a doubt, amplified the excitement of enthusiasts in anticipation of the original. Brimming with mythological elements, visually haunting, and promising a strong narrative, the sequel indeed can become another Indian film masterpiece. Until we have more scoop about it, this re-release of Tumbbad will provide the perfect opportunity for a revisit into the eerie world of Tumbbad, and will set the ball rolling for what is in store with its next chapter.