Vir Das pivots into horror with his found-footage feature Baara Number

Vir Das directing upcoming horror film Baara Number announced by Variety.

International Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das is stepping into the horror space with his next feature, Baara Number, a found-footage film that marks a significant shift in his creative trajectory.

According to Variety, the project will be written and directed by Das and produced under his banner, Zazu Productions, in collaboration with longtime creative partner Kavi Shastri.

While plot details remain under wraps, the film is being developed as a found-footage horror feature, placing it within a format that has seen renewed interest in recent years. From internet-born phenomena to stripped-down indie productions, the style continues to offer filmmakers a way to deliver immersive horror with minimal barriers.

For Das, the move represents a notable departure from his established voice in comedy. Best known for his stand-up specials and global touring presence, he has built a reputation on sharp cultural commentary and observational humor. Baara Number signals an expansion into darker, more experimental storytelling, suggesting a filmmaker interested in testing the limits of tone and format.

The project also reflects a broader trend within international horror cinema. As global markets continue to embrace genre filmmaking, creators are increasingly blending local sensibilities with widely recognized formats like found footage. The result is a growing slate of projects that feel both regionally specific and globally accessible.

No release date or casting details have been announced. However, with Das at the helm and the found-footage format at its core, Baara Number positions itself as a project worth tracking as it develops.