Imtiaz Ali shares chilling anecdote about filming at Madhubala's alleged haunted bungalow

Imtiaz Ali is riding high on the success of his latest film, *Amar Singh Chamkila*, a biopic about the iconic Punjabi musician Amar Singh Chamkila. Renowned for revolutionizing modern romance in Bollywood, Imtiaz has also expressed interest in exploring the horror genre.

Recently, the acclaimed filmmaker shared a fascinating anecdote about shooting in a reputedly haunted bungalow, which once belonged to the legendary actress Madhubala.

In a podcast interview on *The Ranveer Show*, Imtiaz Ali opened up about his eerie experience filming at Madhubala’s former residence, known as Kismat Bungalow. Reflecting on those times, the *Tamasha* director said, “Ek Madhubala ji ka bungalow hua karta tha, usko kehte the Kismat Bungalow. Ab woh reconstruct ho gaya hai. Wahan pe shooting raat ko nahin karne dete the ya raat ko log kiya nahin karte the… (There used to be Madhubala’s house called Kismat Bungalow. It has now been reconstructed. Night shoots weren’t allowed there, and people generally wouldn’t want to shoot there in darkness).”

He elaborated that the bungalow was believed to be haunted by Madhubala’s spirit. Imtiaz often found himself wondering whether her ghost would make an appearance.

He further shared, “I often filmed there at night. I would go into the quietest, darkest corners of the bungalow. I used to imagine that Madhubala's ghost might appear, though I don't believe in spirits. I remember the feeling really well; it wasn't just fear, but a sense of awe and romanticism. It's an intriguing combination."

With his knack for storytelling and unique perspective, fans are eager to see how Imtiaz Ali might approach the horror genre in the future.