11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vishwak Sen gears up for a daring comeback with 'Cult'; shoot begins
Following the underwhelming response to 'Laila', actor
is making a bold move with his latest film 'Cult'. Determined to bounce back stronger, he is taking the reins as director once again for what will be his third directorial venture.
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Critics may have doubted him after 'Laila', but with 'Cult', Vishwak Sen appears ready to silence detractors and reclaim his place in the spotlight with something audacious and unconventional.
A grand launch ceremony kicks off a project that breaks regional barriers
The film officially began its journey today with a grand pooja ceremony, signaling the start of shoot. What sets 'Cult' apart is its international vision, this is not just another regional release.
Alongside Telugu and Hindi, the film is slated for a multilingual rollout in Spanish, Japanese, and English. Interestingly, it skips major South Indian languages like Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, a bold and strategic choice that has already caught industry attention.
Tarun Bhaskar
joins the team as dialogue writer
'Cult' will also mark a unique collaboration between Vishwak Sen and acclaimed filmmaker Tarun Bhaskar, who has penned the dialogues.
The film, said to be inspired by a true incident in Vietnam, stars Gayatri Bharadwaj and Yagnya Turlapati as the female leads. It promises a gripping and intense narrative, and Vishwak Sen has revealed that he will introduce more than 20 new actors to the screen, an impressive step towards nurturing fresh talent.
A power-packed production team and fresh faces add weight to this ambitious vision
Backed by a leading production house, 'Cult' will feature music by Ravi Basrur, known for his high-octane compositions in the
KGF series
.
With its international scope, fresh casting choices, and powerful team, 'Cult' is shaping up to be one of Vishwak Sen's most ambitious projects yet. All eyes are now on how this film will unfold, both in India and abroad.
