Bhumi Pednekar set to reprise Anushka Shetty in the Bollywood remake of Bhaagamathie?

Released in 2018,

Bhaagamathie

stunned everyone with its engaging storyline, edge-of-the-seat moments and terrific performances from the lead actors. Starring Anushka Shetty in the titular role, the horror-thriller scored a stupendous success in the Telugu states and positioned Anushka as the second Indian actress after Sridevi to bag a $1 million film at the US box-office.

If the on-going speculations are to be believed, Bhaagamathie is all set for a

Hindi remake

and

Saand Ki Aankh

fame Bhumi Pednekar will reportedly step into the shoes of Anushka Shetty. The makers of Toilet: Ek Prem Katha have apparently brought the remake rights and original director G Ashok has been approached for the remake. However, an official confirmation regarding the same is awaited.

According to rumours, a top Tollywood actor has convinced Ashok to helm the remake as the director was initially reluctant. After the humongous success of Kabir Singh, there has been a growing demand for Telugu movies in

Bollywood

circuit. The Hindi remake of Jersey has already been confirmed with Shahid Kapoor.

The story of Bhaagamathie revolves around a female IAS officer Chanchala Reddy, who gets imprisoned in a haunted house. Things start to take an unexpected turn when she gets possessed by a spirit.