From Stree 3 to Bhediya 2, the Actress Could be the Common Link in Maddock’s Expanding Horror Universe
February 12, 2025: Mumbai: The Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, which started with Stree (2018) and expanded with Bhediya (2022) and Munjya (2024), has been gaining traction. However, recent reports suggest that Shraddha Kapoor might not just return for Stree 3 and Bhediya 2, but star in all eight upcoming films in the franchise.
This speculation surfaced after The Nod hinted at her central role in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. While official confirmation is yet to be made, fans are divided over the news.
Shraddha Kapoor: The Face of Maddock’s Horror Universe?
Dinesh Vijan’s ambitious horror comedy universe has eight new films lined up, including Thama and Shakti Shalini, Bhediya 2, Chamunda, Stree 3, Maha Munjya, Pehla Mahayudh, and Doosara Mahayudh.
While Shraddha Kapoor was expected to return for Stree 3 and Bhediya 2, reports now suggest she might feature in every single film in the horror universe. The actress played the lead in Stree (2018) and Stree 2 (2024), had a cameo in Bhediya (2022), and was missing only from Munjya (2024).
If these reports hold true, Kapoor could become the connective thread between all films, similar to Nick Fury in the MCU, orchestrating the events in the horror universe.
Shraddha Kapoor will be seen in all the upcoming Horror Comedy Universe movies
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Fans React: Excited or Bored?
The news has led to a mixed reaction online. Some fans are thrilled at the idea of Shraddha being the franchise’s “OG horror queen”, while others feel the move might be overkill.
🔹 Excited Fans:
🗣️ “Either she’s the real Thanos of the horror universe or she’s gonna bring the entire team together.”
🗣️ “At this point, she is the OG of the universe from a folklore standpoint.”
🔹 Disappointed Fans:
🗣️ “Yawn. Boring.”
🗣️ “Her PR will make it all about her and if the film is a hit, they will say it’s because of her.”
Meanwhile, other big names like Kiara Advani, Alia Bhatt, and Akshay Kumar are also rumored to be joining the horror universe.
Is This a Smart Move?
While Maddock Films is yet to confirm Shraddha’s involvement in all films, the speculation suggests a cohesive cinematic universe, something Bollywood has been striving to create.
Would having one recurring lead across all films elevate the franchise, or would it limit fresh storytelling? Only time will tell!
Who are you most excited to see in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe?
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