If sources are to be believed, Varun Dhawan is set to headline Yash Raj Films’ first horror film. The film will be directed by Abhay Pannu, best known for helming the critically acclaimed series Rocket Boys. Abhay has also written the screenplay, and the yet-to-be-titled film is slated to go on floors later this year for a 2027 theatrical release.

An industry source revealed that Varun has been roped in to lead the cast.

“Yash Raj Films is entering the horror genre for the first time with a feature film directed by Abhay Pannu, championed by Akshaye Widhani, and now headlined by Varun Dhawan as the lead. YRF has made films across almost every genre except horror. Come 2027, and the banner will finally step into this genre,” stated the source.

This also marks Varun’s second outing with Yash Raj Films following Sui Dhaaga (2018), which also starred Anushka Sharma.

Although Varun has been part of horror-comedies like Bhediya (2022), this is the first time he will be part of a full-fledged horror venture. The actor was last seen in the comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, which was directed by his father David Dhawan and also starred Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde.