Pratibha Ranta, known for ‘Laapataa Ladies’, is rumored to replace Sharvari in ‘Munjya 2’ opposite Abhay Verma. The Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, famous for hits like ‘Stree 2’ and ‘Munjya’, continues to grow, with the upcoming ‘Thama’ further expanding the successful franchise.
The Maddock Horror Comedy Universe has consistently given several hit films to the audience. The blockbuster success of ‘Stree 2’ helped the franchise gain momentum, while ‘Munjya’, a small-budget film, surprised everyone by becoming a sleeper hit. Audiences were introduced to Abhay Verma through this film, and Sharvari’s career received a significant boost thanks to its success.Unexpected casting change in ‘Munjya 2’As the franchise moves forward with its upcoming release, ‘Maha Munjya’ (Munjya 2), there is an unexpected development for fans. It is rumored that Sharvari may not be returning to her role, and instead, the lead opposite Abhay Verma could be played by a fresh face.Pratibha Ranta emerges as the new leadAccording to a report on India.com, the creators of ‘Maha Munjya’ are considering Pratibha Ranta for the lead female role. The report further revealed that she is close to signing on, with her character expected to bring fresh energy to the series while maintaining ties to past installments. Her participation is likely to introduce new dimensions to the storyline, opening up exciting possibilities for future sequels. Career highlights of Pratibha RantaPratibha Ranta’s debut was made in Aamir Khan’s production ‘Laapataa Ladies’, where Jaya Tripathi Singh was portrayed by her, earning critical acclaim. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ featured her next, followed by her television debut in the series ‘Qurbaan Hua’. A lead role in ‘Aadha Ishq’ was later taken by her, and she is set to appear in the upcoming project ‘The Revolutionaries’.Expansion of the Maddock Horror Comedy UniverseThe film ‘Stree’ (2018) marked the beginning of Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, which was followed by expansions with ‘Bhediya’ (2022), ‘Munjya’ (2023), and ‘Stree 2’ (2024). The universe is set to grow further with the upcoming Diwali 2025 release, ‘Thama’, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, securing its status as Bollywood’s most successful horror-comedy franchise.
