Yami Gautam to star in horror-comedy ‘Nayyi Navelli’, theatrical run before OTT premiere

Yami Gautam will headline the horror-comedy ‘Nayyi Navelli’. The announcement came during a special event. Blending horror with humor, the film promises a fresh cinematic experience in theaters. It will later premiere on OTT after its theatrical run.

Yami Gautam shares ‘Nayyi Navelli’ synopsis

On Instagram, the actress revealed her upcoming project with full specifics. She posted the synopsis: “Nayyi Navelli: A picture-perfect bride transforms a chaotic Meerut household into a slice of heaven…until her brother-in-law suspects that things may not be as perfect as they seem! The ideal bahu could very well be an evil force from an outer world!! Can this family survive her? #NayyiNavelli releasing at your nearest cinemas soon #ItStartsHere Production Company: Colour Yellow, Producers: Aanand L Rai, Himanshu Sharma, Director: Balaji Mohan, Writers: Himanshu Sharma, Divy Nidhi Sharma, Key Cast: Yami Gautam Dhar." The post sparked buzz among fans.

Yami Gautam teams with Aanand L Rai for ‘Nayyi Navelli’

Earlier reports indicated the project is in pre-production and will be Yami Gautam's first team-up with Aanand L Rai. As per Mid-Day, she headlines the horror-comedy ‘Nayi Naveli’, produced by Aanand L Rai's Colour Yellow Productions. Drawing from Indian folklore, the film is slated to begin shooting in February 2026.

‘Nayyi Navelli’ plot centers on Yami Gautam’s bride

The film's press release states that Nayyi Navelli centers on a picture-perfect bride who restores harmony to a chaotic Meerut household, until her brother-in-law suspects all isn't as ideal as it seems. It hints the apparent perfect bahu might be a sinister otherworldly force, leaving the family to wonder if they can survive her.

‘Nayyi Navelli’ is produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma. Balaji Mohan directs, with writing by Himanshu Sharma and Divy Nidhi; Yami Gautam stars in the lead. It will stream on Prime Video.

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