Saiyami Kher to Star in Vikram Phadnis’ First Hindi Movie; Filming Starts in Mumbai

A Promising Start to 2026 for Saiyami Kher

The year 2026 has begun on a high note for actress Saiyami Kher. To begin with, she has joined the cast of an untitled Hindi drama directed by renowned designer-turned-filmmaker Vikram Phadnis. Notably, the film has officially gone on floors in Mumbai.

Moreover, the project is backed by Reel Euphoria in association with Knight Sky Movies, making it a significant new milestone for both the actress and the director.

Saiyami Kher Headlines a Powerful Drama

In this upcoming film, Saiyami essays the lead protagonist in a story-driven drama. Additionally, she will be seen sharing screen space with Tahir Raj Bhasin and Vineet Kumar Singh, adding further weight to the ensemble.

Over the years, Saiyami has consistently chosen roles that are layered and meaningful. Consequently, this project strengthens her growing lineup of strong, female-led narratives.

Vikram Phadnis’ First Hindi Film as Director

While this marks Vikram Phadnis’ third directorial venture, it is, importantly, his first Hindi film as a director. Previously, he earned appreciation for his work in regional cinema. Now, he takes a confident step into mainstream Hindi filmmaking with this ambitious drama.

Saiyami Shares First Day on Set Glimpses

Meanwhile, Saiyami announced the project on Instagram by sharing a glimpse from her first day on set. The image featured a spiral-bound copy of the film’s script, symbolising a fresh beginning.

She captioned the post, “And today every silent prayer finds its way home.” Furthermore, she added another note saying, “New Year, New Beginning. As always, need all the wishes.” Clearly, the message reflected gratitude, hope, and excitement.

“A Role That Demands Emotional Honesty,” Says Saiyami

Speaking about the film, Saiyami shared, “I couldn’t have asked for a better start to 2026. This film came to me at a very special time. The story resonated deeply with me, and I’m grateful that Vikram thought me worthy of this role.”

She further added, “It’s a challenging role that requires emotional honesty. I’m thankful to start the year with a project that excites me so much as an actor.”

Setting the Tone for an Exciting Year Ahead

With shooting now underway, the untitled drama becomes Saiyami Kher’s first project of 2026. Overall, the film underlines her commitment to meaningful cinema and sets the tone for an exciting year ahead.

More details regarding the film’s title and release are expected to be announced soon.