Shraddha Kapoor in Creative Discussions with Dinesh Vijan & Laxman Uttekar for Upcoming Film: Report

Ziya Khan May 28, 2025Last Updated: May 28, 2025

Shraddha Kapoor’s recent visit to Maddock Films’ office in Mumbai on May 26, 2025, has ignited excitement and speculation about a potential new project. According to a report by Pinkvilla, the actress was there for a creative meeting with producer Dinesh Vijan, hinting at an exciting collaboration on the horizon.An industry insider revealed, “Shraddha Kapoor met with Dinesh Vijan, and they were later joined by Laxman Uttekar, the director of Chhaava.”

The meeting was reportedly more than just casual; it included a story narration that left a strong impression on Shraddha. “Laxman and Shraddha discussed a script that she really liked and has given her initial approval to. If all goes well, Shraddha is set to star in Laxman Uttekar’s next film following Chhaava.”This new project is rumored to be adapted from a well-known Marathi novel and will feature Shraddha in a role deeply connected to cultural roots. The source added, “All other details are being kept under wraps for now, but there’s a possibility of an A-list male lead joining the film.”

While discussions are still in the early stages, the chances of this collaboration progressing are high. Shraddha has maintained a solid professional relationship with Maddock Films, making a reunion quite likely. The insider further noted, “Dinesh Vijan is currently on a successful streak and is looking to create content that breaks away from the norm. He and Laxman Uttekar have pitched a concept to Shraddha that they truly believe in, rooted in Maharashtrian culture.”In addition to this untitled film, Maddock Films is gearing up for several other major projects. Laxman Uttekar and Dinesh Vijan are also working on a multi-starrer movie featuring three prominent male leads, with production expected to begin between 2026 and 2027.

Dinesh Vijan is enjoying remarkable success, having produced two blockbuster films that each grossed over Rs 500 crores. He plans to expand his horror-comedy franchise with Thama, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, set to hit theaters during Diwali 2025.Shraddha Kapoor was last seen in Stree 2, a horror-comedy released in 2024, where she starred alongside Rajkummar Rao, Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana, and Pankaj Tripathi. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film became a massive hit and emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year.