Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Allu Aravind to Produce Hindi Remake of Telugu Horror Hit Arundhati
A famous movie producer named Allu Aravind is planning to make a new version of a popular Telugu horror movie called Arundhati for Hindi-speaking audiences.
This new movie will be a big spooky thriller with lots of special effects.
A young actress named Sreeleela will play the main character, which was a famous role for another actress in the original movie.
The story will be changed a little to feel more modern.
A director known for other films will lead the project, and filming is expected to start in early 2026.
This remake is happening at a time when scary movies are becoming popular again in Bollywood, and it's seen as a big opportunity for Sreeleela to become a star in Hindi films.
Veteran producer Allu Aravind is reportedly bankrolling the Hindi remake of the 2009 Telugu blockbuster 'Arundhati'.
Young actress Sreeleela has been cast to reprise the iconic role originally played by Anushka Shetty.
The remake will feature significant script changes for a contemporary and Hindi-speaking audience appeal.
Tamil director Mohan Raja, known for 'Godfather', will helm the project, with filming set to begin in January 2026.
The remake arrives as horror films are gaining popularity in Bollywood, and aims to establish Sreeleela further in the industry.
- Who
- Veteran producer Allu Aravind and actress Sreeleela
- What
- Reportedly returning to Hindi cinema with a remake of the Telugu blockbuster Arundhati
- When
- Filming expected to commence in January 2026
- Where
- Bollywood (Hindi cinema)
- Why
- To capitalize on the current strong traction of horror films in Bollywood and to offer a contemporary version of the cult supernatural thriller to a Hindi-speaking audience.
- Producer
- Allu Aravind
- Original Film
- Arundhati (2009)
- Lead Actress
- Sreeleela
- Director
- Mohan Raja
- Filming Start
- January 2026