# Yami Gautam Switches Gears: From Courtroom Dramas to Spine-Tingling Horror-Comedy Laughs! Imagine Yami Gautam, the queen of intense courtroom thrillers, now unleashing her comedic chops in a ghost-filled romp—**that's the wild promise of 'Nayi Naveli'**![1][2][3] Fresh off her critically acclaimed serious roles, Yami Gautam is diving headfirst into uncharted territory with **Aanand L Rai's upcoming horror-comedy 'Nayi Naveli'**, produced under his Colour Yellow banner. This ensemble entertainer blends **humour, emotional depth, and scale**, all rooted in **Indian folklore and mythology**—a sharp pivot from her recent drama work.[1][3] Directed by Tamil filmmaker **Balaji Mohan** in his Hindi debut (known for 'Maari'), the script comes from acclaimed writer **Divy Nidhi Sharma** ('Laapataa Ladies', 'Heeramandi').[1] Pre-production is buzzing, with shooting slated to kick off in **February 2026**, and the rest of the cast still locking in.[1][2][3] Yami's packed lineup keeps the excitement rolling: she's confirmed for the **Shah Bano biopic 'Tamasur'** this December, **'Haq'** with Emraan Hashmi, and even **'Chor Nikal Ke Bhaaga 2'**—a cruise-ship heist sequel with Sunny Kaushal![2] This genre-hop shows her fearless range, mixing content-driven stories with commercial fun, making her a standout in Bollywood's evolving landscape.[2][3]
*Yami Gautam channeling folklore mystery – perfect for 'Nayi Naveli' thrills (Unsplash free stock image).*
Citations
1.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/yami-gautam-to-star-in-aanand-l-rais-upcoming-horror-comedy-nayi-naveli-helmed-by-tamil-filmmaker-balaji-mohan-report/articleshow/126410303.cms
2.https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/yami-gautam-confirms-five-film-lineup-star-aanand-l-rais-nai-naveli/
3.https://www.sacnilk.com/news/Yami_Gautam_To_Headline_Aanand_L_Rais_Next_HorrorComedy_Nayi_Naveli_Details_Inside
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