The suspense regarding Maddock Horror Comedy Universe’s next and much awaited film ‘Shakti Shalini’ is finally over. Amidst the rumours, the official teaser of ‘Shakti Shalini’ has been released in theaters today along with Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui starrer ‘Thamma’ which released on the occasion of Diwali.
The teaser confirms that actress Aneet Padda will play the lead role in the film, having previously replaced Kiara Advani. In this teaser clip shown in the post-credit scene of ‘Thamma’, it is written on the screen, ‘Rakshak. Destroyer. Everyone’s mother. Anit Padda in Shakti Shalini. Shakti will release on December 24, 2026.
Two queens, one universe 💥 Welcome to MHCU, Aneet ❤#ShraddhaKapoor #Anetpadda #MHCU pic.twitter.com/oqgSWkiwbE
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The film is the next installment in the Maddock horror comedy universe after Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s ‘Stree 2’. Maddock’s previous films, including ‘Stree’, ‘Bhediya’, ‘Munjya’, ‘Stree 2’ and the recent ‘Thamma’, have achieved success at the box office.
Aneet Padda’s announcement has created a stir on social media. Fans are excited about his versatility and consider it a turning point in his career.
A social media user expressed excitement and said, ‘This film will prove Aneet’s ability as an actress, for this she will have to work really hard.’ Another netizen commented, ‘If she really makes it, we’ll finally get a Generation Z actor who will go completely mainstream. I’m so excited for this!’
However, some fans have also expressed hope that Anit will fulfill this big responsibility well. One internet user called it a ‘litmus test’ for her, while another mentioned the increased pressure on her after ‘Sayara’ and said, ‘Now this film will prove her acting ability… let’s see if she succeeds in it or not.’
The release date of ‘Shakti Shalini’ has been set for December 24, 2026, and Aneet Padda’s fans are eagerly waiting to see her new avatar on the big screen.