Chhorii 2’s Soha Ali Khan says her great-aunt was slapped by a ghost at Peeli Kothi next to Pataudi Palace: ‘Ek khandar jaisa…’

Following a short break from the big screen and focusing on her daughter’s care, Soha Ali Khan has returned to her familiar environment. The actress made her comeback on the silver screen with the horror film Chhorii 2. During discussions about the movie, the actress reminisced about an incident involving her great-aunt being struck by a ghost at Peeli Kothi near Pataudi Palace, which she described as “terrifying.” Keep reading!

For those who’ve seen Chhorii 2 featuring Nushrratt Bharuccha in the lead role, there’s no denying that its sequel maintains the same level of spine-chilling terror. In this horror film, Soha Ali Khan portrays Daasi Maa, whose acting amplifies the already daunting experience. In an interview with Mirchi Plus, the actress from Rang De Basanti shared a chilling story about a supernatural event that occurred at her family’s ancestral home, Peeli Kothi, which adds to the eerie atmosphere of the movie.

She shared with the media outlet that her family previously resided in Peeli Kothi, situated near Pataudi Palace. Unfortunately, they were forced to leave their residence unexpectedly and depart immediately. Soha mentioned an eerie explanation for this sudden move, saying, “I can’t vouch for its authenticity since I wasn’t there at the time. However, it is said that my great-aunt was struck by a ghost, and there was a visible mark on her face as evidence.

Although she wasn’t present at that time, Saif Ali Khan’s sister expressed her belief that there is some explanation as to why the property remains unoccupied and appears abandoned (like a ruin), as she declared emphatically, “There must be a reason why no one is living in that location!

As a connoisseur of lifestyle and entertainment, I’ve always been intrigued by the choices artists make in their careers. In my own journey, I could have ventured into any number of directions, but I found myself drawn to the thrilling world of horror for a very personal reason. Recently, I shared this insight during an interview with PTI, discussing my exciting comeback role as the antagonist in Chhorii 2.

Soha mentioned that when director Vishal Furia and producer Vikram Malhotra presented her with a horror movie’s plot, she hesitated little. Her affinity for the horror genre convinced her to take on the role.

After becoming a mother to Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, Soha Ali Khan found herself deeply engrossed in her role as a parent. However, now she feels that her daughter no longer requires her constant attention. As a result, Soha felt compelled to seek new opportunities and make a return to the spotlight.

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2025-04-17 04:07