Ranveer Singh’s much awaited film cataclysm Preparations are reportedly underway to begin production later than initially expected. While an earlier report published in May suggested that the actor would begin shooting for the film in August 2026, a fresh update now claims that the project will begin in September, with a major portion of the shooting set to take place in Australia.
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Directed by Jai Mehta, cataclysm It is expected to be one of Ranveer Singh’s most ambitious projects to date, introducing audiences to a large-scale post-apocalyptic zombie thriller set in a dystopian version of Mumbai.
Ranveer Singh has reportedly started preparations
According to a report in, Ranveer Singh has started preparing for the physically and emotionally challenging role. The actors are said to be undergoing extensive training ahead of the production of the film.
A source told the entertainment portal, “Ranveer will begin shooting for the Jai Mehta-directed film in the second half of 2026. The shooting is planned in Australia, and he has already started preparations. This is a film that requires intense physical and emotional preparation given its scale and genre.”
Reports suggest that the actor has been actively involved in the development process as the makers continue to refine the project before the cameras begin rolling.
Pre-production underway in Australia
The report further adds that pre-production is currently underway in Australia, where director Jay Mehta and his team are collaborating with technicians who have previously worked on international productions. The makers are reportedly focusing on creating the film’s sweeping post-apocalyptic setting, with visual effects expected to play a major role in bringing the zombie world to life.
Apart from technical preparations, the writing team is said to be busy developing the film’s larger zombie universe as well as fine-tuning the script.
A survival story set in dystopian Mumbai
According to reports, cataclysm It is based in a dystopian version of Mumbai and revolves around a married couple who are fighting for survival during a zombie outbreak. The film is expected to introduce a new take on the zombie genre in Indian cinema, blending large-scale action with emotional storytelling.
However, the lead actress has not been officially announced yet. Earlier reports suggested that filmmaker Priyadarshan’s daughter actress Kalyani Priyadarshan may make her Bollywood debut opposite Ranveer Singh in the film. However, the makers have not confirmed the casting yet.
