Emraan Hashmi next is a Malayalam horror remake titled, Ezra
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Emraan Hashmi has signed a horror film, titled ‘Ezra’ which will be a Hindi remake of a Malayalam hit release. Produced by Panorama Studios the film is said to be helmed by the original director, Jay Krishnan.
While talking about the film, Emraan in a statement said, “Horror is a genre with immense potential. A well-made horror film will always draw audiences in huge numbers to cinema halls,”
“With ‘Ezra’, we hope to push the boundaries further and give the audience an experience that they will never forget. I’m happy to be associating with Kumarji and Abhishek on this film and with Jay at the helm of things all I can say is be prepared for one hell of a spooky ride.”
The original Malayalam film starrer Prithviraj, however, it is still unclear if Emraan will be seen playing the protagonist or the antagonist in the film. The makers are still looking for Ezra’s female lead which be shot in Mumbai in Mauritius
Emraan also added, “I hope to push the envelope further with the backing of Panorama studios and the presence of an actor like Emraan Hashmi,”
Director Krishnan believes the film will come with a “fresh approach to the horror genre showcased in Ezra was well received down south and the film was a blockbuster”.
Emraan Hashmi was recently seen in ‘Cheat India’ that did not fare well on Box Office.