Ranveer Singh is preparing to step into an entirely new genre before taking time away from work for his growing family. The actor is expected to begin filming Pralay, an upcoming zombie thriller, next month, with production scheduled to continue until the Diwali festive season. Once the first schedule wraps, Singh will reportedly pause work to take paternity leave as wife Deepika Padukone enters the final stage of her pregnancy. The project is already generating curiosity as it marks another ambitious addition to the actor’s evolving filmography.
According to industry sources, the makers have planned the production in two phases to accommodate the actor’s personal commitments. After the initial schedule concludes, filming will resume in 2027, allowing Singh to spend time with his family following the arrival of their second child. While the filmmakers have remained tight-lipped about the project, the combination of a zombie backdrop and Ranveer Singh in the lead has already made Pralay one of the most talked-about upcoming Hindi films.
Zombie Thriller to Begin Production Next Month
Pralay will be directed by Jai Mehta, who has also co-written the screenplay with Vishal Kapoor, known for his work on Lootere. Although the makers have yet to reveal the supporting cast or story details, the film is expected to blend large-scale action with horror elements, making it a relatively uncommon genre for mainstream Bollywood. More announcements about the cast, release plans and production scale are expected once filming officially begins.
The project also arrives at an important stage in Ranveer Singh’s career. His previous release, Dhurandhar, emerged as one of the biggest commercial successes of 2025, while its sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, continued that momentum after releasing in March 2026. With Pralay, the actor appears to be moving beyond conventional action entertainers and experimenting with a genre that has rarely been explored on such a large scale in Hindi cinema.
Ranveer to Take Time Off for Family
Away from film sets, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are preparing to welcome their second child. The couple, who married in Italy in 2018, became parents for the first time when daughter Dua was born in September 2024. Since then, they have largely kept their family life private, choosing to share only occasional glimpses of their journey into parenthood while avoiding excessive public attention.
Earlier this year, the couple announced that they were expecting another baby through a joint Instagram post. The announcement featured a heartwarming picture of little Dua holding a positive pregnancy test kit, a post that quickly became one of the most talked-about celebrity announcements on social media. With Deepika Padukone now in the third trimester of her pregnancy, Ranveer’s decision to pause filming reflects his plan to prioritize time with his family before returning to complete the second schedule of Pralay next year.
Deepika’s Packed Lineup Continues
While Ranveer Singh prepares for his next film, Deepika Padukone continues to balance motherhood with an impressive slate of big-budget projects. She recently wrapped a filming schedule for King, directed by Siddharth Anand, where she reunites with her Jawan co-star Shah Rukh Khan. The film is expected to be one of the biggest Hindi releases in the coming year and has already generated significant buzz among fans.
Deepika is also attached to Raaka, director Atlee’s ambitious science-fiction action entertainer headlined by Allu Arjun. The film is expected to combine large-scale visual effects with commercial action, making it one of the most anticipated Indian productions currently in development. As both Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone continue expanding their careers with high-profile projects, the couple also enters a new chapter in their personal lives with the arrival of their second child just around the corner.
