Key Points

Kangana Ranaut is set to make her Hollywood debut in the horror drama 'Blessed Be the Evil', starring alongside Tyler Posey and Scarlet Rose Stallone. The film, directed by Anurag Rudra, draws inspiration from Indian folklore and will be shot in the US. Ranaut recently directed and starred in 'Emergency', playing former PM Indira Gandhi. The horror film follows a couple battling a malevolent presence on an abandoned farm.

Key Points: Kangana Ranaut Hollywood Debut in Horror Film Blessed Be the Evil

  • Kangana Ranaut's first Hollywood lead role
  • Horror film co-stars Teen Wolf's Tyler Posey
  • Directed by Anurag Rudra with Indian folklore roots
  • Filming in US to avoid Trump-era tariffs
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Kangana Ranaut to make her Hollywood debut with horror drama 'Blessed Be the Evil'

Kangana Ranaut stars alongside Tyler Posey and Scarlet Rose Stallone in horror drama 'Blessed Be the Evil', marking her Hollywood debut.

"This folklore was so special that I truly believed in all the stories - Anurag Rudra"

Washington DC, May 9

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will debut in Hollywood with a lead role in the horror drama 'Blessed Be the Evil', reported Variety. She will star alongside 'Teen Wolf' actor Tyler Posey and 'Tulsa King' star Scarlet Rose Stallone in the film.

According to the outlet, the production of the film is set to begin this summer in New York. Producers chose US. locations to "avoid running into any uncertainties stemming from the recently announced Trump industry tariffs," as quoted by Variety.

The movie will be directed by Anurag Rudra. She also wrote the screenplay of the film along with Gatha Tiwary, president and founder of Lions Movies.

As per the synopsis, the film follows a Christian couple who, after experiencing a devastating miscarriage, purchase an abandoned farm with a dark past. However, a malevolent presence soon tests their love and faith, reported Variety.

The director, with roots in India, shared his affinity for the stories he heard during his childhood in rural India.

"Being born and spending my childhood in rural India, I was told stories that got embedded in my mind and heart. This folklore was so special that I truly believed in all the stories, and wanted to showcase them internationally through the art of cinema - the strongest and most beautiful way to connect to dreams and reality," said Anurag Rudra as quoted by Variety.

Earlier this year, actress Ranaut released her directorial 'Emergency'. In the film, she portrayed the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi.

As for actor Posey, it is not his first time that he will be trying his luck in the horror genre. He was earlier seen in the horror film 'Truth or Dare', reported Variety.

Meanwhile, actress Stallone, daughter of Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin, was seen in the crime comedy 'Reach Me' and more recently in 'The Gunslingers' alongside actor Nicolas Cage.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Wow, Kangana making her Hollywood debut! 🇮🇳 So proud to see Indian talent shining globally. The plot sounds intriguing - hope they incorporate some Indian horror elements from the director's childhood stories. Best of luck to the whole team! 🙌
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Rahul S.
Interesting choice after her political drama 'Emergency'. Kangana always surprises with her role selections. Though I wish more Indian locations were used - our countryside has perfect settings for horror films. Maybe next time!
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Ananya M.
The director's background gives me hope this won't be just another generic Hollywood horror. Indian folklore has such rich supernatural stories waiting to be told internationally. Fingers crossed they do justice to our storytelling traditions!
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Vikram J.
Kangana is undoubtedly talented but I hope she doesn't bring her controversial political views into this international project. Just want to see great acting without any unnecessary drama. The cast looks promising though!
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Sneha P.
Exciting news! 😍 But why does every Indian actor's Hollywood debut have to be in horror genre? We have so much more to offer as performers. That said, I'll definitely watch this - the combination of Indian storytelling sensibilities with Hollywood production values could be magical.
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Karan D.
The director mentioning rural Indian stories gives me hope. Our naagin, chudail, bhoot stories are way scarier than Western ghosts! Hope they don't water it down for international audiences. Also curious how Kangana will adapt to Hollywood style acting.

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