Ananya Panday Desperate to Be the Next Shraddha?

The Maddock horror-comedy universe has grown into one of the biggest shared film worlds in Indian cinema. The makers are actively interlinking multiple stories through different horror-comedy films.

All these films are connected and are expected to lead to a large-scale culmination in the future. Many observers feel the vision is loosely inspired by the Marvel cinematic universe.

Despite the comparison, the narratives carry a strong desi flavour. This local touch has helped several films succeed, especially across the Hindi heartland.

The universe has elevated actors like Shraddha Kapoor, Abhishek Banerjee, Raj Kumar Rao and Pankaj Tripathi to iconic popularity. Its growing appeal has attracted the attention of many industry insiders and A-listers.

According to reports, several actors are trying to secure a major role within this universe. One name frequently mentioned is Ananya Panday.

Reports suggest that Ananya Panday is keen on filling the space left by the untimely exit of a female lead from the universe. She is said to be actively exploring opportunities to be part of the franchise.

Some fan discussions also claim that she is unhappy about Aneet Padda being confirmed for Shakti Shalini. Media pages suggest she is eager for a similarly impactful role within the Maddock horror-comedy space.