Anees Bazmee in Talks to Direct Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4

The Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise is moving toward a fourth installment, with producers and creative teams currently curating potential plot ideas. Kartik Aaryan is confirmed to return as the lead character, Rooh Baba, following the successful commercial performance of the previous two films. Producer Bhushan Kumar is reportedly aiming to establish the brand as one of the most significant film franchises in the Indian industry, focusing on a robust creative development phase for the upcoming project.

Reports indicate that filmmaker Anees Bazmee, who directed the second and third parts of the horror-comedy series, is in advanced talks to return as the director. While financial terms are currently being ironed out, there is strong expectation within the industry that Bazmee will helm the fourth installment. The director is currently occupied with a project featuring Akshay Kumar, after which he is expected to shift his full attention to the pre-production and creative planning for the next chapter of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa series.

The makers are prioritizing a thorough development process to ensure the fourth film continues the series' track record of commercial success. With Kartik Aaryan actively participating in the creative evolution of the plot, the team is working toward a tentative production start date in the second half of 2027. This long-term planning highlights the producers' commitment to maintaining the franchise's quality as they expand the horror-comedy universe further. Fans can look forward to more details as the pre-production phase progresses over the next several months.