Sohum Shah SHUTS Down Rift Rumours With Director Rahi Anil Barve Over Tumbbad 2: He Is An Important Part Of My Life

Days after Sohum Shah announced the sequel of Tumbbad, director Rahi Anil Barve said he would not be part of Tumbbad 2. Recently, actor Sohum took the opportunity to address swirling rumours regarding a supposed rift with Rahi, the director of the acclaimed film Tumbbad (2018).

Sohum Shah on rift with director RahiSohum was quick to deny any issues and told India Today, "There are no issues at all. We have been trying to make Tumbbad 2 for the longest time. We were not able to crack the script in the writing stage. We are working with Yogesh Chandekar, the writer of Andhadhun, and Monica O My Darling. We have finally got it. As for Rahi, he has been working on mega shows like Gulkanda Tales and Rakt Bramhand. He has been working on those massive projects for a few years now." ALSO READ: Tumbbad Re-Release Box Office Collection Day 12: Sohum Shah Film Is Unstoppable, Mints Rs 23.66 CroreThe actor also shed light on Rahi's current commitments, pointing out that the director has been engrossed in significant projects over the past few years.He further added, "Recently, we had a screening and Rahi was there. He was the one who designed Vinayak's (his character) look. Whenever we are making Tumbbad 2, and we need him, he will be there. And I think it's vice versa, as I would always be there for him when he needs me. Rahi is an important part of my life. It's not that we were friends who started working together. We met as colleagues and then formed a friendship. He is the one who keeps pushing me to do bigger projects. He wants me to play alpha men's parts. He is the one who has put that kind of confidence in me. We are really good." Rahi won't return for Tumbbad 2Taking to his Instagram handle, Rahi announced his exit from Tumbbad 2 including heartfelt wishes for Sohum and producer Aadesh's success with the project. He expressed, "I wish Sohum and Aadesh all the best for Tumbbad II. I have no doubts it will be an outstanding success. Following the completion of Gulkanda Tales and Raktabhramand by the end of this year, I plan to start production on Pahadpangira in March 2025.” The filmmaker congratulated him on Twitter and captioned his post, “Congratulations mere bhai (my brother) for Gulkanda and Raktabrahmand or jaldi Sai shuru kar de (start soon) pahadpangira. Maza aayega (it'll be fun) (smiling emoji)." ALSO READ: Rahi Anil Barve Will NOT Direct Tumbbad 2. Issues Statement Announcing Exit: Wish Sohum, Aadesh All The Best The original Tumbbad, co-produced by Sohum and others, impressed audiences with its unique narrative that revolved around a man's quest for a hidden treasure in the picturesque village of Tumbbad, Maharashtra. The film was re-released on September 13, this year.