Ranveer Singh's Upcoming Zombie Thriller 'Pralay' Welcomes Acclaimed Cinematographer

Ranveer Singh's next project, the zombie thriller 'Pralay', is generating excitement as it welcomes acclaimed cinematographer Juan Carlos Gil. With filming set to begin soon, fans are eager to see how this ambitious project unfolds. The film, directed by Jai Mehta, promises a grand visual experience and features Singh alongside Kalyani Priyadarshan. As the actor prepares for his second child, he is expected to take a break after the initial filming schedule. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated film!

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 17, 2026, 15:21 IST

Exciting Developments for Ranveer Singh's 'Pralay'

Following the tremendous success of Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge, fans of Ranveer Singh are eagerly anticipating news about his next venture. With the actor stepping back from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 amidst ongoing controversies, attention has shifted to his upcoming film Pralay. Recently, Ranveer met with producer Hansal Mehta, further piquing fans' curiosity. While many details about this zombie thriller remain undisclosed, a significant update has surfaced. An esteemed international cinematographer has reportedly joined the project to enhance its visual appeal.

Juan Carlos Gil Joins 'Pralay' as Cinematographer

As reported by a media outlet, Juan Carlos Gil, the celebrated director of photography known for his work on Netflix's Narcos, has been brought on board for Ranveer Singh's ambitious film Pralay. Sources indicate that the film's creators are aiming for a visually stunning experience with a Hollywood-inspired style, believing Gil is the ideal choice for this project. The cinematographer is reportedly enthusiastic about contributing to this exciting zombie thriller, and the production team is equally thrilled to have him.

This collaboration marks Gil's second project in Bollywood, as he also served as the DOP for White, featuring Vikrant Massey. Directed by Montoo Bassi, this international thriller is based on the true story of spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's role in the Colombian peace process. The film is a high-budget political drama backed by Siddharth Anand, known for hits like Pathaan and War.

Insights on 'Pralay'

Returning to Pralay, the film has been generating significant buzz even before production begins. Directed by Jai Mehta and produced by Birla Studios alongside Hansal Mehta, the film will star Ranveer Singh opposite Kalyani Priyadarshan, the daughter of renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan. It is being promoted as a grand zombie thriller. Reports suggest that Ranveer is set to commence filming next month and aims to complete the first schedule before Diwali. Following this, he is expected to take paternity leave, as he and wife Deepika Padukone are anticipating their second child. The couple announced their joyful news in April, delighting fans. Ranveer is projected to return to work in 2027, with production on hold until then. Pralay will be the actor's first film following the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar, with the screenplay penned by Jai Mehta and Vishal Kapoor, who previously collaborated with Singh on Lootera.