In what could mark a pivotal pairing in Bollywood, the makers of **Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand**, a serpent-comedy starring Kartik Aaryan, are reportedly in serious talks with Pratibha Ranta for the female lead. Pratibha Ranta, celebrated for her breakout role in *Laapataa Ladies*, has emerged as the “frontrunner” for the part, according to sources. The news was first reported by Mid-Day on 8 November 2025.
### Pratibha Ranta in Talks for Naagzilla Opposite Kartik Aaryan
Initially, the film’s team had their eyes set on Sanya Malhotra for the female lead. A source close to production revealed, “Sanya Malhotra was the makers’ first choice and everyone on the team had assumed she would be signed long ago. But recent developments suggest that the team has widened their search and is now considering Pratibha.”
Insider reports indicate that Pratibha’s relatively lesser exposure on the big screen may have worked in her favour. The source added, “Pratibha has a movie lined up with Maddock Films, which is expected to roll in early 2026. If there are no date clashes, she will headline *Naagzilla* opposite Kartik. Mrighdeep [Singh Lamba] and the makers are keen to have her on board as they feel she isn’t overexposed on screen yet.”
### High-Concept Comedy Directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba
Directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Dharma Productions in collaboration with Mahaveer Jain Films, *Naagzilla* officially went on floors this week with Kartik Aaryan leading the cast. With filming underway, locking in the female lead has become a top priority for the production team.
If signed, Pratibha Ranta’s casting would mark a significant leap for the young actress, transitioning from the critical acclaim of *Laapataa Ladies* into the mainstream spotlight with this high-concept Bollywood comedy.
### Potential Fresh Chemistry for “Serpent Trilogy”
For Kartik Aaryan and his team, bringing on Pratibha Ranta could inject fresh chemistry and novelty—elements crucial for the success of *Naagzilla*, which is planned as the first instalment of an ambitious “serpent trilogy.”
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