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Yami Gautam Dhar in poster of ‘Nayyi Navelli’
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Yami Gautam Dhar is set to star in an upcoming fantasy family-drama, Nayyi Navelli, the makers announced on August 19, 2026. Directed by Balaji Mohan, the film is set to be released in theatres on October 16.
The film’s synopsis reads, “A picture-perfect bride transforms a chaotic Meerut household into paradise, only for her brother-in-law to suspect that his seemingly ideal sister-in-law may actually be a daayan (witch)!”
It is written by Himanshu Sharma and Divy Nidhi Sharma with music by G. V. Prakash Kumar. The film is produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma.
Speaking about it, Aanand said in a statement, “Nayyi Navelli is the kind of story that surprises you at every turn. When Himanshu and I first discussed the story, we were immediately drawn to the unique way it brings together families for a fantasy, humour and adventure-filled experience. Yami Gautam Dhar was an instinctive choice, bringing exactly the warmth and mischief the character demands.”