Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha to come together for chilling yet hilarious ‘Kakuda’

Get ready for a thrilling and humorous adventure as ZEE5, India's largest home-grown video streaming platform, dives into the horror-comedy genre with its upcoming original film, Kakuda. Produced by RSVP and directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, known for hits like Zombivili and Munjya, this film promises a unique blend of scares and laughs. The film stars the dynamic trio of Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, and Saqib Saleem and will soon premiere on ZEE5.

Kakuda is set in the village of Ratodi in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura district, which is plagued by a mysterious curse. Each house in Ratodi features two similar-looking doors, one of normal size and one smaller. The story centers on a peculiar ritual requiring the smaller door to be opened every Tuesday at 7:15 PM. Failing to do so brings the wrath of Kakuda, who punishes the men of the household. Who is Kakuda, and why does he target the men? How will the villagers break this curse? Beware! Ab Mard Khatre Me Hai!

Ronnie Screwvala shared his excitement about the project, saying, 

We are thrilled to partner with ZEE5, India's leading streaming platform, for our unique horror-comedy Kakuda starring Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, and Saqib Saleem. We are confident that Kakuda will resonate with Indian audiences, given the exciting genre and our partnership with ZEE5 ensures that this story reaches millions of viewers, from the comfort of their homes.

Director Aditya Sarpotdar added, 

As a filmmaker and a fan of the horror-comedy genre, I find it incredibly fascinating to explore the delicate balance between fear and laughter. It's a challenging task to make viewers simultaneously scared and amused, but with Kakuda, I am confident that we have hit the right chord yet again. I am thrilled to have worked with an exceptionally talented cast, including Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, Saqib Saleem, and Aasif Khan, who have supported the narrative brilliantly by adding humor and emotions to the story. Their flawless comic timing and genuine portrayals have made my job as a director much easier. Together, we have crafted a unique and engaging story that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating every twist and turn. Kakuda is an experience that will take the audience on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and I am immensely grateful to ZEE5 for believing in my vision and providing me with the platform to bring this story to life. Can’t wait to drop the trailer of this film and see the reactions of the fans.

Set in the heartland, Kakuda is a horror-comedy that will keep the audience intrigued and entertained throughout its narrative. The movie will soon premiere on ZEE5 in Hindi.