Mumbai, Aug. 4 -- A sci-fi comedy titled 'Choomantar' with Ananya Panday and 'Munjya' star Abhay Verma in the lead roles is being planned by Dinesh Vijan that will blend science fiction, romance, and comedy to become a mainstream genre-defying entertainer. Both actors have yet to sign formal contracts. Tarun Dudeja, who helmed the female-led road trip film 'Dhak Dhak' in 2023, will direct 'Choomantar'. It is expected to roll by the end of this year with prep scheduled to commence in September.

'Choomantar' marks Abhay's return to Maddock Films after 'Munjya' which catapulted the 27-year-old actor into the spotlight as a promising young talent. Since then, he has bagged several high-profile projects, including Shah Rukh Khan's 'King' in w...