Bollywood’s horror maestro Vikram Bhatt is back with a bang — and this time, the fear feels personal. The filmmaker has just dropped a screamer trailer for his upcoming theatrical release Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past, and it’s already giving us chills. The one-minute teaser dives deep into a world of old havelis, buried secrets, restless spirits, and a kind of dread that slowly creeps under your skin. The film is set to hit screens on June 12, 2026, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
Mimoh Chakraborty steps into the lead role, looking for something inside a place that clearly does not want him there. Chetna Pande appears trapped, warning him to stay silent — as if she’s caught in a fate she cannot escape and desperately wants him to avoid. The trailer blends haunting music with visuals that stay with you long after the screen goes dark.
Vikram Bhatt on Why Horror Isn’t Just About Ghosts
Talking about his vision for the film, Vikram Bhatt shared, “The best horror stories are never really about ghosts. They are about emotions that refuse to die. Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past is a story of love, loss, obsession and the scars we carry from the past. With this film, I wanted to revisit the kind of atmospheric, musical horror that audiences connected with in films like Raaz, 1920 and Haunted, while creating a bigger and more immersive experience for a new generation.”
Producer Anand Pandit also chimed in, saying, “Horror in our cinema is a very underutilised genre but this film is a reminder that spine-chilling narratives can go beyond gore and predictable tropes. And can delve deep into the audiences’ psyche to remind them of their latent fears. Nobody creates psychological, atmospheric horror better than Vikram Bhatt and this is the reason why the film’s teasers, songs and trailers have received such a phenomenal response. We are truly thrilled with the feedback and looking forward to a hugely successful release this June 12.”
Mimoh Chakraborty and Chetna Pande on Their Chilling Roles
Mimoh Chakraborty, who is stepping into the horror genre with this project, opened up about what makes the film different. “This isn’t a film where you’re just running away from ghosts. It’s a story about confronting the past and the consequences of things left unresolved. The horror feels personal, which is what makes it truly frightening.”
Chetna Pande, who plays a key role, added, “There are moments in the film where my character desperately wants to save someone from her fate, but some destinies cannot be escaped. That’s what makes this story so chilling. The fear stays with you long after the scene ends.” Her words hint at a layered performance where the horror isn’t just about jump scares but about emotional baggage that refuses to fade away.
What to Expect from Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past
Directed by Vikram Bhatt and produced by Anand Pandit and Rakesh Juneja, Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past stars Mimoh Chakraborty, Chetna Pande, Shruti Prakash, Gaurav Bajpai, and Praneet Bhatt. The film also has a strong team of co-producers including Roopa Pandit, Dilip Jaiswal, Rahul V Dubey, Manish Bhushan Mishra, and Sanjay Singh.
The screamer trailer — a short, intense horror promo — is part of a unique marketing strategy where the makers are releasing bite-sized horror content to build anticipation. If the response to previous teasers and songs is anything to go by, cinecrazy audiences are already hooked. With its blend of psychological depth and atmospheric scares, Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past looks like it could be the horror hit of the year.
Mark your calendars — June 12, 2026. And maybe keep the lights on while watching this one.