Manoj Bajpayee- Saqib Saleem-Neeraj Pandey's next is direct-to-OTT film | Know where you will be able to watch it

Manoj Bajpayee has collaborated with Neeraj Pandey for his next film, and this time around, Saqib Saleem has replaced Kay Kay Menon and joined him. The movie also stars Akshay Oberoi in the lead role, and early reports have also suggested where the direct-to-OTT film will release. Here's what we know so far...

Saqib Saleem joins Manoj Bajpayee-Neeraj Pandey

Manoj Bajpayee and Neeraj Pandey have collaborated on various projects previously and this time around, Saqib Saleem has also joined them. The project is led by Manoj, Saqib and Akshay Oberoi. "The three lead actors were recently spotted shooting in Bhopal," a source told Mid-Day. This birdie also confirmed Neeraj Pandey's involvement by adding, "Neeraj is providing creative leadership and production support." The film would mark the directorial debut for Taapsee Pannu’s Pink writer Ritesh Shah.

More about the movie

We hear that the movie went on floors in mid-April in Mumbai and will be shot across India. It could wrap up by June. The movie has elements of Neeraj Pandey's filmmaking - an intense thriller with twists.

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Where to watch the untitled thriller on OTT?

That's right, this is a direct-to-OTT film and thus, the makers have already finalized the streaming platform. The movie will be out on Netflix. It is expected to release in 2026.

Why Saqib Saleem and Manoj Bajpayee's collaboration could be exciting news

Manoj Bajpayee has been a constant choice for OTT projects, and he has gone on to prove himself as a star even on the digital platform, one project after another. Saqib Saleem is slowly taking over the OTT world, the latest example being Crime Beat. He has worked on various Zee5 projects, where Manoj Bajpayee already rules. This in itself could mean that the two actors coming together could bring something exciting to the table.