Yami Gautam to star in Aanand L Rai’s upcoming horror-comedy ‘Nayi Naveli’ helmed by Tamil filmmaker Balaji Mohan – Report |
Yami Gautam is set to switch genres with a horror comedy titled ‘Nayi Naveli’, produced by Aanand L Rai. After headlining a serious courtroom drama, the actor will now lead a lighter yet layered film rooted in Indian folklore and mythology. The project is scheduled to go on floors in February and marks Gautam’s first collaboration with Rai’s banner, Colour Yellow. The film is positioned as an ensemble entertainer with scale, humour, and emotional depth, offering the actor a sharp contrast from her recent work.
A new collaboration
According to a report by Mid-Day, the makers have locked Yami Gautam as the lead for ‘Nayi Naveli’, which will be the next production from Aanand L Rai. “It will mark Yami’s first collaboration with Colour Yellow [Rai’s production house]. It will be a new territory for Yami. It’s an ensemble film,” the report further added.
Folklore, new director, and a strong writing team
‘Nayi Naveli’ draws from Indian folklore and mythology and is written by Divy Nidhi Sharma. Sharma previously penned ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ (2025), ‘Laapataa Ladies’ (2024), and ‘Heeramandi The Diamond Bazaar’ (2024). This marks his second collaboration with Rai after the upcoming romance ‘Nakhrewaalii’.While the script is complete, the film is currently in pre-production. “The rest of the cast is still being locked,” the report further added. The film will be directed by Tamil filmmaker Balaji Mohan, best known for ‘Maari’ (2015). ‘Nayi Naveli’ will mark Mohan’s Hindi directorial debut.Aanand L Rai is also gearing up to team up with Dhanush once again. The filmmaker and producer is reportedly planning a third project with the South star, continuing a partnership that began with ‘Raanjhanaa’ (2013) and carried forward with ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ (2025).
