Sanjay Dutt to star in horror comedy 'The Virgin Tree'

Helmed by debutant director Sidhaant Sachdev from a script he wrote with Vanuksh Arora, the cast also includes Sunny Singh, Mouni Roy, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan and debutant Beyounic

Actor Sanjay Dutt is set to star in a horror comedy movie titled The Virgin Tree, the makers announced Tuesday.

The actor will also back the project through his banner Three Dimension Motion Pictures Pvt Ltd along with Deepak Mukut’s Soham Rockstar Entertainment.

The movie will be helmed by debutant director Sidhaant Sachdev from a script he wrote with Vanuksh Arora, the makers said in a statement. The cast also includes actors Sunny Singh, Mouni Roy, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan and debutant Beyounic.

"I am pleased to back the film which was exactly the script I was looking for. The film is the perfect blend of comedy and horror, with the right balance of chills and thrills. I am so glad to have found a production partner, in Deepak Mukut whose cinematic vision and ideals align with mine.

"I always wanted to encourage young fresh talent in the industry and with this film, we launch a new director with brilliant fresh vision. He has put together an eclectic cast and I wish them the best time and a glorious shoot ahead," Sanjay said in a statement.

Deepak said he is glad to partner with the Bollywood star as they share the same "creative vision".

"'The Virgin Tree' is a movie that I truly believe has all the elements of being an out-and-out entertainer. Its rib-tickling humour coupled with chills is such a perfect script.