Kriti Sanon is reportedly stepping into uncharted territory — horror, for the first time in her career, with an upcoming film produced by Maddock Films that would mark her 10th collaboration with Dinesh Vijan. The project, still unannounced and without a title, is described as an 'out-and-out horror film' by sources cited in Variety India. While she has previously appeared in Bhediya, which was part of Maddock’s Horror Comedy Universe, this new role would be a full departure from that blend of scares and laughs. According to a source quoted by the publication, Kriti has openly said she isn’t fond of watching horror films. Yet she’s expressed a strong personal desire to challenge herself as an actor through this genre. That intent, they say, made the opportunity feel like the right one at the right time. Her last release, Cocktail 2, didn’t perform well at the box office but earned praise for her performance. The actress, who has no other film officially announced at this stage, has also been in the news recently for a different reason: a Raksha Bandhan ad featuring her sparked controversy after she wore a deep-neck blouse, leading to heavy online backlash. The brand pulled the ad, and Kriti later issued a statement. She’s set to discuss the incident on Kareena Kapoor Khan’s talk show What Women Want. The horror project remains in early stages, no script, cast, or release date confirmed. But its potential marks a significant shift in her filmography. This isn’t just another rom-com or light-hearted drama. It’s a pivot, and it’s being watched closely.