Sohum Shah shares unseen images of Hastar as 'Tumbbad' re-release trailer drops!

The much-anticipated trailer for 'Tumbbad' has finally been released, rekindling excitement for this unique folk horror film. As Tumbbad returns to theaters on September 13, audiences will once again have the chance to experience the eerie world of this film, a captivating blend of horror and fantasy set in a mythological village. With the buzz around the re-release growing, actor-producer Sohum Shah has shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of the film's iconic creature, Hastar, revealing the painstaking process of bringing this terrifying character to life.

Sohum Shah took to social media to post never-before-seen images of Hastar from the film’s initial shoot. Initially, Hastar was black, lacking the red hue and womb we see in the final cut. Despite completing the entire sequence, the team felt it didn’t live up to their high expectations, leading them to reshoot the entire sequence multiple times until they were satisfied with the result.

The process of perfecting Hastar was far from easy. The team encountered numerous challenges and went through extensive testing, only to discard the original footage and start afresh. This commitment to excellence mirrors the dedication of legendary filmmakers like K. Asif, Raj Kapoor, and Kamal Amrohi. Sohum Shah himself went above and beyond, even selling personal properties to ensure the film reached completion. Despite doubts from the industry and crew, Shah remained determined, and the film's eventual success proved his dedication worthwhile.

Tumbbad was a critical hit, earning eight nominations at the 64th Filmfare Awards and winning three, including Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction, and Best Sound Design. The film also made history as the first Indian movie to premiere in the Critics’ Week section of the 75th Venice International Film Festival.

Directed by Rahi Anil Barve, with Anand Gandhi as the creative director and Adesh Prasad as the co-director, Tumbbad was written by Mitesh Shah, Prasad, Barve, and Gandhi. Produced by Sohum Shah, Aanand L. Rai, Mukesh Shah, and Amita Shah, the film stars Sohum Shah, Jyoti Malshe, and Anita Date-Kelkar. Notably, Tumbbad is currently unavailable on any OTT platforms, making its re-release a special event for fans and newcomers alike.