Ayush Sharma has joined the cast of ragini 3Another lead name has been added to the upcoming supernatural thriller directed by Tamannaah Bhatia. According to a report in Variety India, producer Ekta Kapoor has brought Aayush on board for a pivotal role in the film, which is the latest installment of the popular series. Ragini Franchise.
Aayush Sharma joins Ragini 3 with Tamannaah Bhatia: Report
The film will be directed by Shashank Ghosh. Now with Aayush’s casting finalised, the main lineup of the project seems to be complete. Junaid Khan and Nargis Fakhri also play important roles in the film.
According to the report, Tamannaah’s character will reportedly have romantic stories with both Aayush Sharma and Junaid Khan, while Nargis Fakhri will be seen playing the role of a police officer.
Unlike previous films in the franchise, ragini 3 It is said to move away from the horror-erotic format that has made the series popular over the years. The new film is being touted as a high-concept supernatural thriller with more focus on suspense, humor and supernatural elements. The makers are reportedly aiming to create a “date night horror” experience for the audience.
The project initially faced delays after its original director, Sahir Raza, left the film due to scheduling conflicts related to the Netflix series. Shooting was initially expected to begin in January 2026, but production was postponed following a change in direction. With Shashank Ghosh now leading the project, the film has reportedly returned to active pre-production and is expected to go on floors in July 2026.
The makers are eyeing a theatrical release later this year.
Meanwhile, Tamannaah Bhatia has a lot of release calendar. The actress will be next seen with Sidharth Malhotra Vavan: Power of the forestBacked by Balaji Motion Pictures. This film is scheduled to release on 28 August 2026.
