R Madhavan and Vishal Furia join forces for untitled horror film, Frostlit Production to back project

New Delhi: Vishal Furia has picked R Madhavan to lead his next horror film, which is yet to be titled. The project brings the actor back to the genre after 13B and Shaitaan. It will be produced by Rohit Ranjan under his banner, Frostlit Production Limited.

Why Vishal Furia chose R Madhavan

Furia said there was never any doubt about who would lead the film. “Madhavan sir was always my first and only choice. I’m stoked that he has come on board and has already started getting into the world of the film.” He called Madhavan “the true OG horror star of the cult classic Indian horror ‘13B’ – one of my favourite films of all times.” He added, “His conviction, his experience and his understanding of serious horror are very rare, and I couldn’t think of anyone better for this film.”

The filmmaker also spoke about Madhavan’s work behind the camera. “Madhavan sir has years of experience as a writer, director and producer, so it’s really special to have him with us on this film.” On what audiences can expect, he said, “Together, we want to create something audiences have never seen before in Indian horror – the kind of fear they will feel in their bones! (smiles)”

R Madhavan’s work in horror

Madhavan has worked across genres, languages and audiences. He is known for Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein and Tanu Weds Manu, as well as 3 Idiots, Vikram Vedha and Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. More recently, he appeared in Dhurandhar. Within horror, 13B built its scares around everyday life and has since become a cult classic. He returned to the genre years later with Shaitaan.

Vishal Furia’s journey in horror

Furia began with the critically acclaimed Marathi film Lapachhapi and went on to build the Chhorii universe. His most recent release is Maa, in which Madhavan appeared in a surprise cameo. He is known for horror that is rooted, emotional and unsettling, and he will complete a decade in the film industry in 2027. The untitled film with Madhavan is the next step in that journey.