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Ravi Kishan Reported to Play Villain in Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla

Industry reports cite heavy VFX plus ongoing filming as reasons the Independence Day release may slip.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report that Ravi Kishan has been tapped as the antagonist opposite Kartik Aaryan, with no formal announcement yet from the makers.
  • The film had been targeting an August 14, 2026 theatrical opening, but trade reports now suggest a delay is likely.
  • Shooting is still in progress and is expected to take a few more months to finish, according to sources familiar with the production.
  • Post-production is expected to be extensive due to heavy visual effects, and the team is reportedly unwilling to rush the process.
  • Directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions with Mahaveer Jain and partners, the fantasy-comedy features Aaryan as an ichchadhari naag named Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand.