John Abraham signs mystery thriller with Ribhu Dasgupta; London shoot begins this month, but his role has a twist…

John Abraham appears ready to step into another intense role. The actor has reportedly signed an untitled thriller with filmmaker Ribhu Dasgupta, with production expected to get underway in London later this month.

While the makers are keeping the film’s story and John’s character tightly under wraps, early details suggest that the project could push the actor into relatively unexplored territory.

According to a Pinkvilla report, the makers believe John possesses the combination of intensity and screen presence required for the character. However, this time, physical power may only be one part of the equation.

John Abraham’s character is reportedly more than meets the eye

John has built a strong screen identity around action-heavy and physically demanding characters, but his latest thriller is reportedly designed to demand something different from him.

The role is said to combine physicality with emotional depth, requiring the actor to deliver a more nuanced performance. There is reportedly more to his character than meets the eye, though the makers are deliberately keeping crucial details secret.

John is also believed to have been closely involved in understanding the character and preparing for the role before cameras begin rolling.

That secrecy surrounding his character could become one of the biggest points of curiosity around the film as production moves forward.

Why Ribhu Dasgupta makes the project interesting

The involvement of Ribhu Dasgupta adds another layer of intrigue to the project.

The filmmaker has previously worked extensively within the mystery and thriller space, directing films such as Te3n and The Girl on the Train. His work has often revolved around suspense, secrets and characters whose motivations are gradually revealed as the story unfolds.

Pairing that filmmaking sensibility with John’s intense screen persona could result in a thriller very different from the actor’s more straightforward action films.

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The project is currently untitled, and details regarding its supporting cast, plot and release date have yet to be revealed.

London shoot expected to begin this month

The first schedule of the thriller is reportedly set to begin in London this month.

More information about the project could emerge once filming gets underway, although the makers appear keen to preserve the mystery surrounding John’s role for now.

The London schedule also comes during a particularly demanding period for the actor, who is simultaneously preparing for another ambitious performance.

John Abraham transforms for Rohit Shetty’s Maria IPS

Alongside the Ribhu Dasgupta thriller, John is undergoing a significant physical transformation for Rohit Shetty’s Maria IPS.

John is set to portray real-life police officer Rakesh Maria, with the story reportedly covering different decades of the officer’s life.

That means the actor will have to convincingly portray Maria at different ages. Reports suggest John has bulked up for portions depicting the officer during his younger years and will later slim down to portray him during a different stage of his life.

The transformation is expected to be an important part of the performance rather than simply a cosmetic change.

Two projects, two very different versions of John Abraham

The two films could offer audiences contrasting sides of John Abraham.

While Maria IPS places him in the shoes of a real-life police officer and requires a dramatic physical transformation across different periods, Ribhu Dasgupta’s thriller is expected to challenge him with a character built around mystery, emotional complexity and physical intensity.

For an actor long associated with muscular action roles, the upcoming slate could offer an opportunity to showcase greater range.

With the London shoot expected to begin shortly, the biggest question surrounding the untitled thriller remains unanswered: Who exactly is John Abraham playing and what are the makers trying so hard to keep secret?