Kajol returns in a bold new avatar with Maa, a mythological horror drama spun off from the Shaitaan universe. The trailer has generated buzz for its blend of folklore, fear, and female power.
The trailer for Maa, Kajol’s upcoming mythological horror film, dropped this week and left audiences stunned. The film reimagines the classic idea of divine motherhood with a terrifying twist. Set within the same supernatural universe as Shaitaan, Maa follows the story of a protector who must battle both inner and outer demons to safeguard an orphaned girl.
Kajol leads the film with a raw, elemental intensity. As a goddess living among mortals, her transformation from caregiver to fierce protector is visually and emotionally gripping. The trailer avoids the usual horror clichés, instead focusing on eerie silences, cryptic rituals, and slow building dread. It is not a jump scare fest. It is something far more primal.
Maa is set to release in theaters on June 27. Early reactions suggest it may be one of the year’s most original horror experiences. The production design draws heavily from Indian mythology, mixing sacred symbolism with atmospheric dread. Scenes involving sacred threads, fire rituals, and chanting evoke a deep cultural memory, making the horror feel both new and ancient.
This is a bold move for Kajol, who is often seen in emotional or romantic dramas. Here, she embraces a darker, more physical performance, tapping into rage, resilience, and divine fury. It marks a career pivot that many are already calling her most daring role to date.
With mythology merging with horror, and a strong female lead at its center, Maa promises to bring something fresh to Indian genre cinema. It speaks to a growing trend of reinterpreting cultural stories with modern emotion and cinematic fear.
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