Actress Aneet Padda, who entered Bollywood with the film Saiyara, is in the news these days. Recently he has signed Maddock Horror Universe’s next film ‘Shakti Shalini’. This film is being considered an important link in taking the horror universe forward after ‘Thama’. These days the shooting of the film is going on and the makers are planning to release it in December 2026. For Anit, this project is considered to be the biggest step in his career so far.
New hero will enter Shakti Shalini
Now a big news has come out regarding ‘Shakti Shalini’. According to reports, the makers have signed a new actor for this film who will be seen opposite Anit Padda. After this news, the excitement about the film has increased further. Maddock Horror Universe is already popular among the fans due to its different story and characters, in such a situation the new casting has created an atmosphere.
Fresh pair of Vishal Jethwa and Aneet Padda
According to the report of Mid-Day, actor Vishal Jethwa will be seen romancing with Anit Padda in ‘Shakti Shalini’. This will be the first time when Vishal and Anit will share the screen. Vishal recently received a lot of praise for the film ‘Homebound’. His negative role in ‘Mardaani 2’ is still remembered. The makers also seem quite confident about this fresh pairing.
Preparation for release on Christmas 2026
The shooting of the film is going to start from March as the makers want ‘Shakti Shalini’ to be brought on the big screen by Christmas 2026. This film, which is full of horror, thrill and emotion, can give a new twist to the Maddock horror universe. Vishal Jethwa’s intense acting and Anit’s fresh energy can make the film even more special.
Kiara was the first choice
Interestingly, Kiara Advani was first signed for ‘Shakti Shalini’ but after delivery, the makers cast Aneet Padda in her place. Aneet’s debut film ‘Sayara’ was a superhit at the box office last year. After this success, Maddock’s attention fell on him. Let us tell you that apart from this film, Aneet Padda will also be seen in a romantic drama film being made under the Yash Raj banner which is being directed by Manish Sharma. Along with this, Aneet has also lent his voice for Adi Shankar’s ‘Devil May Cry 2’.

