Washington DC, March 25 -- The much-awaited horror movie 'The Mummy', directed by Lee Cronin, has added Laia Costa to its cast. The actress is set to star alongside Jack Reynor in this fresh take on the classic monster story, reported The Hollywood Reporter.

According to the publiation, New Line Cinema is producing the film, with horror giants Atomic Monster and Blumhouse also backing the project. Production begins this week in Ireland, and the film is set to be released on April 17, 2026.

The plot is still under wraps, but reports suggest Costa and Reynor will play a married couple. Their family, including their daughter, will have a terrifying encounter with an ancient mummy.

Cronin, in December, last year told The Hollywood Reporter...