Updated On: 24 October, 2025 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Alia Bhatt is reportedly in talks to join the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe with Chamunda. Director Amar Kaushik says casting isn’t confirmed yet, and the focus is on the story. He assures fans that the film aims to raise the bar

Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt is one of the most bankable actresses of Bollywood. She has an impressive lineup with some of the top directors and producers. While she gears up to enter the YRF spy universe, rumours are rife that she will also be a part of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. A source earlier reported that Alia Bhatt is in talks for Chamunda. Now, Stree director Amar Kaushik has finally opened up about it.
Speaking to Filmfare about Alia’s inclusion in the MHCU, Amar Kaushik said, “When it happens, everyone will know. I am not denying or accepting anything right now. Everything is on the timeline. We only focus on the story and think about the casting later. We don’t write the script or story based on the cast. Thankfully, that does not happen here."