Jackie Shroff and Sharad Kelkar Lead Cast of Rural Horror Film 'Kheti'

Production for the upcoming rural horror film 'Kheti' has officially commenced following the release of its first promotional poster in Mumbai on Monday. The film features Bollywood veteran Jackie Shroff alongside Sharad Kelkar and Neha Sargam, signaling a new entry into India’s growing folk-horror subgenre. Cast and Production Details Jackie Shroff, whose career spans over four decades in the Indian film industry, leads the ensemble cast. He is joined by Sharad Kelkar, an actor recognized for his work in high-budget productions such as 'Tanhaji' and his extensive voice-acting portfolio. Neha Sargam, known primarily for her roles in television and musical theater, rounds out the principal cast. The first-look poster depicts a grounded, rustic aesthetic, consistent with the film's title—which translates to 'farming' or 'cultivation' in Hindi. The project is directed by a technical team focused on local folklore, though specific plot details remain under wraps. Industry reports indicate that the film was shot in rural locations to maintain authenticity, departing from the urban-centric supernatural thrillers common in Bollywood over the last decade. The Rise of Indian Folk Horror…