The makers of MayaSabha unveiled its first motion teaser on Wednesday morning. The film’s director, Rahi Anil Barve, shares that this upcoming project boldly delves into territory where symbolism intertwines with suspense.
MayaSabha’s Release Date
Set for theatrical release on January 16, 2026, MayaSabha marks Barve’s return nearly a decade after the critically acclaimed film Tumbbad. Renowned for his atmospheric cinematic style, Barve again explores themes of myth, mystery, and psychological depth, creating a visually rich universe filled with detail, philosophy, and tension.
Barve expresses, “MayaSabha promises a journey into guarded truths and power structures far more dangerous than they appear at first glance. The film steps boldly into territory where symbolism meets suspense, and where silence reveals more than dialogue.”
Production Team
Produced by Zirkon Films, the project features producers Girish Patel and Ankoor J. Singh, alongside co-producers Shamrao Bhagwan Yadav, Chanda Shamrao Yadav, Kewal Handa, and Manish Handa. MayaSabha is poised to be one of the most compelling and mysterious cinematic offerings in the upcoming year.
Plot Overview
This psychological thriller revolves around a theater owner now residing in a dilapidated theater. The cast includes Jaaved Jaaferi, Mohammad Samad, and Veena Jamkar.
About Tumbbad
Tumbbad, which released in 2018, was directed by Barve and Anand Gandhi. The film features Sohum Shah in the lead role of Vinayak Rao, following his quest for a hidden 20th-century treasure in the Indian village of Tumbbad, Maharashtra.
Barve began writing the script in 1993, inspired by a tale from Marathi writer Narayan Dharap. He completed the first draft in 1997, at just 18 years old. From 2009 to 2010, he developed a 700-page storyboard for the film. Filming commenced in 2012, but after editing, Barve and Shah were dissatisfied with the results. The film underwent extensive rewriting and reshooting, wrapping up in May 2015.
Over time, Tumbbad has amassed a cult following and is regarded as one of the best Hindi horror films.