After redefining horror for a generation and becoming one of the most recognizable faces of the genre in Indian cinema, Emraan Hashmi is ready to step back into the limelight. soulA high-concept musical-horror spectacle designed for a theatrical experience. The film is scheduled to release in theaters in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu in 2027.
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Directed by producer-director Mayank Sharma of the highly acclaimed Prime Video’s Breathe franchise, soul Brings together a unique blend of new age horror, music and emotion to create a hair-raising cinematic experience. Known for his command over psychological depth, atmosphere and character-based storytelling, Mayank brings his broad vision to a film made for the big screen.
soul Emraan brings Hashmi into a world that is close to his heart and deeply connected to the kind of cinema that audiences have always loved him for. Famous Mayank Sharma and Vishal Kapoor have written for the film. lapping up And girlAnd produced by Vikram Khakhar and Sunny Khanna, Wicked Films Productions.
Talking about the film, Emraan Hashmi says,soul This is a film that instantly connected with me because it brings together new age fear, emotion and music in such a powerful way. This is a place that the audience has always connected with and the world that Mayank is creating feels intense, emotional and cinematic. This is what excited me the most soulAnd I am really looking forward to the audience experiencing it on the big screen.
Speaking about the film, director Mayank Sharma says, “As someone who has always loved the horror genre… soul This is my attempt to make a film that goes beyond fear. It is emotionally layered and steeped in volatile atmosphere and presented with contemporary cinematic treatment… I am thrilled to collaborate with Emraan for this deeply layered character. I and my entire team hope to bring audiences a truly unique and unforgettable horror experience.”
with soulThe intention is to create a frightening, intense and emotionally charged cinematic journey that goes far beyond the conventions of a regular horror film.
The film’s commercial strength also includes its music. Exactly in Emraan Hashmi style, soul It will have a powerful soundtrack, the first glimpse of which already hints at the kind of melody, longing and emotional memories that audiences have always associated with his films. The combination of horror and memorable music gives the film a strong edge across cinema, digital, music, youth and mass audiences.
Industry insiders suggest that the project is also being developed with global ambitions, supported by international creative and technical collaboration that enhances the film’s visual scale and overall cinematic experience.
Much more than a traditional horror film, soul The dramatic world, designed for audiences in India and beyond, blends fear, emotion, music and supernatural power. Mayank Sharma’s overarching vision and music, with Emraan Hashmi as a key business driver, soul is shaping up to be one of the most exciting horror properties worth watching.
