Bollywood is going into the dark woods this time with THE VVAAN: Force of the Forest, a supernatural thriller starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film brings together Indian folklore, mythology, mystery and action, with a forest at the centre of the story. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the film is set to hit theatres on September 25, 2026.The trailer has already given viewers a better idea of the mysterious world waiting inside the forest.

Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, film is set to hit theatres on September 25,2026

What is THE VVAAN: Force of the Forest about?

The story revolves around a mysterious forest called The vvaan.People living nearby believe that the forest has a dark secret and that no one should enter it after sunset. Sidharth Malhotra plays a man who comes from a modern, city-based background and does not easily believe these old stories. But things change when he gets pulled into mystery surroundings of the forest. The trailer suggests that what initially looks like an old village belief is connected to something much bigger. Ancient supernatural forces begin to appear and Sidharth's character finds himself facing a danger that cannot simply be explained through logic.

Sidharth Malhotra's Character

Sidharth's character appears to be at the heart of the Supernatural Mystery. At first, he does not fully believe the stories and beliefs about the forest. But when he gets closer to vvaan, strange things start happening to him. He begins to realise that the forest is hiding something much bigger than he expected. The trailer also gives that his connection with the forest may be deeper than it first appears. There are suggestions of a past-life connection, which could become the important part of the story. And yes, the action is very much there, Sidharth is seen fighting with super natural forces, giving the film a strong mythological feel.

 What Role Does Tamannaah Bhatia Play?

Tamannaah Bhatia plays an important role in the story with Sidharth Malhotra. Her character appears to have a strong connection with the beliefs and traditions surrounding the forest. The trailer shows her as someone who believes that there is a reason behind what is happening, rather than simply treating it as superstition. The film also present Sidharth and Tamannaah Bhatia as a married couple who returned to their village on Chath Puja.

Chhath Puja in THE VVAAN

Chhath Puja is an important part of the film. The movie shows the festival through scenes of prayers and traditional rituals. Tamannaah Bhatia’s character is also seen offering prayers to Chhathi Maiya. The film uses the festival to connect the characters with their village, faith and the story of vvaan Devi. The Chhath scenes also give the movie a strong connection to Bihar’s culture and traditions.

Tamannaah Bhatia’s Chhath Puja Song

The connection of Chhath Puja is with a special song of the movie where Tamannaah Bhatia can be seen celebrating the festive atmosphere in a traditional look. The character of Tamannaah is connected to faith and tradition in this sequence which depicts the movie’s supernatural world is connected to Indian folklore and local beliefs. This song underlines the cultural importance Chhath Puja in this movie.

 Final Take

THE VVAAN: Force of the Forest looks like a mix of folk horror, Indian mythology, mystery and action. The biggest question is simple: What exactly is hiding inside The vvaan, and why is Sidharth's character connected to it? For now, the trailer gives us clues — but not the complete answer. And honestly, that mystery is what makes VVAAN one of the more intriguing supernatural films coming to theatres in 2026.