Shanaya Kapoor eyes Telugu breakthrough with Teja Sajja in 'Zombie Reddy' sequel: Report

Bollywood actor Shanaya Kapoor is reportedly set to make her Telugu film debut opposite Hanu-Man star Teja Sajja in the sequel to the 2021 zombie-comedy Zombie Reddy. While the makers are yet to make an official announcement, multiple reports suggest that the actor has already come on board, with the film's shoot said to be underway. Must Read: Jai Hanuman: Teja Sajja clears the air on exit rumours from PVCU, Rishab Shetty-led film A Promising Pairing With Teja Sajja The sequel reunites audiences with the Zombie Reddy universe, which became Telugu cinema's first successful zombie entertainer upon its release in 2021. Teja Sajja, whose popularity has soared after Hanu-Man, is expected to headline the sequel once again. Industry reports claim Shanaya will play the female lead, making it one of her biggest regional projects to date. The project is reportedly being directed by Suparn Varma from a story penned by Prasanth Varma, with People Media Factory backing the film. Reports also indicate that several key sequences featuring Teja and Shanaya have already been completed, although the production house has not officially confirmed the casting.  Strengthening Shanaya's Pan-India Ambitions If confirmed, the film would mark Shanaya Kapoor's first full-fledged Telugu outing and further expand her presence beyond Hindi cinema. The actor has been steadily building her filmography, and a commercial Telugu entertainer alongside one of the industry's fastest-rising stars could significantly widen her reach. High Expectations Surround The Sequel Meanwhile, expectations from Zombie Reddy 2 remain high. The original film earned praise for blending horror, comedy and action in a fresh format, while Teja Sajja's growing pan-India appeal following Hanu-Man has added further excitement around the sequel. Must Check: Ananya Panday's ESS and heartbreak buddy! Suhana Khan, Navya Naveli Nanda or Shanaya Kapoor? Though fans await an official announcement from the makers, the reported collaboration has already generated considerable buzz across both Telugu and Hindi film industries.