Vir Das shifts gears to horror with found-footage film Baara Number

After making his directorial debut with Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, actor-comedian-filmmaker Vir Das is set to explore a strikingly different creative space with his next project. The filmmaker has announced his first venture into the found-footage horror genre with Baara Number.
Marking a significant departure from his comedic roots, the film will see Das collaborating once again with Kavi Shastri, with the duo co-directing the project. Known for their collaborative synergy, the pair is expected to bring a fresh and layered perspective to the horror space.
Baara Number is scheduled to go on floors in June, with its initial shooting leg planned in Mumbai. Continuing his inclination towards ensemble storytelling, Das will also be seen as part of a multi-character cast in the film.
Positioned as a found-footage horror narrative, the project aims to move beyond conventional tropes, blending atmospheric storytelling with psychological depth. The film is expected to explore fear not just as an external threat, but as an internal, emotional experience.
With this move, Vir Das further expands his creative repertoire, transitioning into horror while maintaining a focus on narrative experimentation. As the film heads into production, it is already generating industry buzz as one of the more intriguing upcoming projects in the genre.















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