Tamannaah replaces Sunny Leone in ‘Ragini 3’, to romance Aamir Khan’s son Junaid

Bollywood’s horror-entertainment landscape is set to get a fresh jolt as Tamannaah Bhatia replaces Sunny-Leone and Junaid Khan have been officially confirmed as the lead stars of the upcoming horror film Ragini 3, announced by Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Motion Pictures. 

The film was unveiled by the production house on February 13, 2026, and is being billed as a bold ‘Date-Night Horror’ designed to blend spine-chilling thrills with humour and modern storytelling.

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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Shashanka Ghosh, known for his work on popular films such as Veere Di Wedding and Khoobsurat, Ragini 3 brings together a dynamic creative team.

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Ghosh takes charge of the directorial duties, while Sahir Raza continues as the creative force shaping the project’s vision. The team aims to elevate the franchise’s narrative into a stylised cinematic experience that appeals to a wide audience.

Junaid's First Horror

According to official sources, the film marks a fresh chapter for the acclaimed horror series and is generating considerable anticipation across the industry. While plot details and a release date are yet to be revealed, the announcement has stirred excitement among fans and critics alike, especially due to the casting of Tamannaah, one of Indian cinema’s most versatile performers, opposite Junaid Khan in his next big-screen endeavour.

This collaboration between Ghosh and Balaji Motion Pictures follows their previous successes and underscores the studio’s continued investment in genre-expanding storytelling. Further details about Ragini 3 are expected to be shared in the coming months as production advances.