Sources: 
Kajol’s new horror film Maa, directed by Vishal Furia, is generating significant buzz as it aims to redefine female-led horror in Bollywood.
The film is being hailed as a spiritual successor to the Shaitaan universe and is expected to capitalize on the recent success of horror films like Munjya and Shaitaan.
"The buzz around Kajol’s upcoming horror film Maa is steadily growing," with strong interest on platforms like BookMyShow.
Early box office projections estimate an opening day collection between
Rs. 6-8 crore, positioning Maa to challenge the current female-led Bollywood opening day record of
Rs. 8.7 crore set by Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
If Maa succeeds, it could mark not only a strong comeback for Kajol but also a significant shift in how the industry perceives female-led horror films.
"If Maa succeeds, it won’t just mark a strong comeback for Kajol, it could also shift how the industry views female-led horror films."The film’s potential success reflects a growing appetite for horror narratives led by women, a genre that has seen rising popularity in Bollywood recently.
With a strong director like Vishal Furia at the helm and the film’s connection to the Shaitaan universe, Maa is poised to make a notable impact both commercially and culturally in the Indian film industry.
Sources: Kajol’s upcoming horror film Maa, directed by Vishal Furia and seen as a spiritual successor to Shaitaan, aims to reshape female-led horror in Bollywood. Early projections estimate an opening day collection between Rs. 6-8 crore, challenging the Rs. 8.7 crore record set by Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
