‘Kaali Kheti’ director says he wrote Jackie Shroff, Sharad Kelkars parts while keeping them in mind

Director Haris Imtiyaz Khan revealed that he envisioned the characters in his upcoming horror film Kaali Kheti specifically for actors Jackie Shroff and Sharad Kelkar. Speaking during the film’s promotions in Mumbai, he said both actors immediately agreed to their roles after hearing the script, making him feel fortunate to have them on board.

Set in a rural village, Kaali Kheti explores a chilling folklore-inspired story in which an ominous force turns the land that sustains life into a source of fear. The film marks Jackie Shroff’s first full-fledged venture into the horror genre and is written and directed by Khan. Produced by Sana Khan under BlackCanvas Studio, it is scheduled to release in cinemas on November 20, 2026.