Shriya Pilgaonkar is on a roll, and she’s just added another exciting project to her slate. The actress has officially joined the cast of Baara Number, the upcoming found-footage horror film directed by none other than Vir Das. This genre-bending project is co-created with Kavi Shastri and promises to bring something fresh to Indian cinema.
Shriya Pilgaonkar Joins the Spooky Lineup
According to industry insiders, Baara Number is being developed as a found-footage horror film — a style that hasn’t been explored much in mainstream Bollywood. The film already has an impressive ensemble including Vir Das, Sheeba Chaddha, Arunoday Singh, Ahsaas Channa, Atul Kulkarni, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Suhail Nayyar, Puja Sarup, and Naveen Kaushik. Now, Shriya Pilgaonkar has been added to the mix, though details of her character are being kept under wraps. Kya baat hai, na?
Sources close to the production say the film is expected to begin shooting soon, but specific dates and a release timeline are yet to be announced. Given the buzz around the found-footage format, fans are already curious about how Vir Das will bring his comedic timing into a horror space.
What We Know About Baara Number
Baara Number marks Vir Das’s directorial venture in the horror genre, and the actor-comedian has been tight-lipped about the story. What we do know is that it will be a found-footage film — think spooky camcorder vibes and a whole lot of chills. The project is being produced as a genre experiment, and with such a diverse cast, expectations are high.
Shriya’s addition adds more star power. The actress, who made her debut in the Marathi film Ekulti Ek back in 2013, has been making smart choices lately. Her father, veteran actor Sachin Pilgaonkar, might be proud, but she’s carving her own path with back-to-back announcements.
A Year of Big Announcements for Shriya
2025 is shaping up to be Shriya’s year. Apart from Baara Number, she is attached to Priyadarshan’s Haiwaan, which stars Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar. On top of that, she’s also set to feature in Mirzapur: The Film, the big-screen extension of the popular web series. That’s three major projects in a single year — ekdum zabardast!
The actress has clearly been busy behind the scenes, and fans can’t wait to see her in these diverse roles. While details about her character in Baara Number remain a mystery, one thing is certain: Shriya Pilgaonkar is not slowing down anytime soon.
For now, we’ll have to wait for more updates on Baara Number, including its release date and distribution plans. But with this cast and a unique horror premise, it’s already one of the most anticipated films in the pipeline.