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New updates bring that Pratibha Ranta, known for her role in Oscar nominee Laapataa Ladies has joined Kartik Aaryan for his upcoming film Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand, directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and backed by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films. Pratibha Ranta set to co-star Kartik Aaryan for Naagzilla According to Bollywood Hungama sources, "Sanya Malhotra was the makers’ first choice and everyone on the team had assumed she would be signed long ago. But recent developments suggest that the team has widened their search and is now considering Pratibha. Pratibha has a movie lined up with Maddock Films, which is expected to roll in early 2026. If there are no date clashes, she will headline Naagzilla opposite Kartik. Mrighdeep and the makers are keen to have her on board as they feel she isn't over-exposed on screen yet.” ALSO READ: Kartik Aaryan Begins Shooting For Nagzilla On Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s First Anniversary, Shares Pic From Muhurat The film has begun shooting with Kartik Aaryan and will be released a day before Independence Day in 2026. Kartik Aaryan announces Naagzilla shoot On November 1, Kartik Aaryan took to his official Instagram handle and wrote, "1 Year of #BhoolBhulaiyaa3. Day 1 of #Naagzilla. Har Har Mahadev. 14th August 2026." Fans quickly filled the comments section with congratulatory messages and emojis. Take a look at Kartik's post here: Earlier, in a short clip, Kartik was seen wearing blue jeans with his back turned toward the camera. He stood in the middle of a massive snake pit, gazing at a faraway city skyline. Kartik’s voice could be heard in the background, setting the tone for what seems to be a thrilling fantasy drama. He was heard saying, “Icchadhari naag. Roop badalne ki shakti rakhne wale saap. Jaise ki main. Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand. Umar 631 saal. Insanon wali picturein toh bohot dekh li, ab dekho naagon wali picture. (Shape-shifting serpents. Just like me. Age: 631 years. You must have seen enough movies featuring humans, now watch a film about snakes.)” Get The Latest Entertainment News , Bollywood News and Watch Movies And Web Series Online. Visit Times Now for Live Coverage and In-Depth Reporting
