क्यों बार-बार ‘तुम्बाड’ देखना पसंद करते हैं दर्शक? इन 6 वजहों से बनी खास
New Delhi: It’s been seven years since Tumbbad first spread its magic – a wonderful, genre-defying piece of Indian cinema that blurred the lines between myth, morality and madness. As the buzz around Tumbbad 2 begins, we take a look at what made the original film an incredible experience.
Very few films have created a world as unique and captivating as Tumbbad. Set in Indian folklore, the film tells the story of infinite greed—of gods, gold, and human desires. The rain-soaked village was not just a backdrop; This was a living, breathing character shrouded in darkness and decay.
2) Soham Shah’s vision and passion
Sohum Shah didn’t just act in Tumbbad—he lived it. The film took approximately six years to make, involving multiple shoots, creative changes, and relentless perfectionism. It was Shah’s belief in the story and his willingness to risk everything that transformed Tumbbad from a forgotten experiment into a cult classic.
3) Gave a new shape to Indian cinema
Before Tumbbad, Indian horror films had rarely seemed so poetic. Every frame—from the endless rain to the glittering gold—felt like a painting in motion. Pankaj Kumar’s cinematography transformed gloom into grandeur, making Tumbbad a visual reference point for filmmakers around the world.
4) sound of fear
Ajay-Atul’s heart-wrenching music and atmospheric sound design together elevate Tumbbad beyond shocking scares. This voice was not just heard; It was felt – crawling beneath your skin, echoing in the endless corridors of Hastar’s womb.
5) The first Indian folk tale to receive worldwide praise
Premiering at the Venice Film Festival’s Critics’ Week, Tumbbad was not just another genre film. It was India’s most daring visual myth – appreciated globally for its originality and craft. It marked the moment when Indian horror stepped onto the world stage with its head held high.
6) A story that still feels timeless
At its core, Tumbbad wasn’t about monsters – it was about us. Our endless hunger, our blind ambition, our inability to stop wanting more. Seven years later, that mirror still shines in the dark—and maybe that’s why we’re still haunted.
Now Tumbbad 2 is starting…
Seven years after redefining Indian folklore, the makers are ready to revisit this myth. Actor-producer Sohum Shah has confirmed that Sohum Shah Films is collaborating with Jayantilal Gada-led Penn Studios for Tumbbad 2. The sequel promises to further expand the universe—diving deeper into the legend that started it all, while also pushing the creative and visual boundaries that made the first film a modern classic. If Tumbbad was the beginning of the storm, then Tumbbad 2 might prove to be a flood.
