Psychological thriller ‘Behind the Mirror’ currently filming at mystic Chail Palace in Himachal

TNR News Network
SOLAN: The hills of Himachal Pradesh have once again become the backdrop for cinematic storytelling as AB Bansal Production officially kicks off the shoot for its upcoming psychological horror thriller “Behind the Mirror” at the historic Chail Palace, operated by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC).

Set to release theatrically in April 2026, the film is being produced by Abhey Bansal and co-produced by Shyna Sunsara, and is already generating buzz for its genre-bending storyline and atmospheric setting. The film is directed by Prem Thakur and features an ensemble cast, including Swati Semwal, Rajveer Singh, Pooja Pandey, Aashit Chatterjee and Viney Sharma.

Described as a gripping psychological thriller, “Behind the Mirror” explores the darker aspects of the human psyche, using the haunting beauty of Himachal’s landscapes to amplify the tension and mystery. The Chail Palace, with its royal grandeur and quiet isolation, provides the perfect canvas for the film’s eerie narrative.

The production is currently undergoing a 20-day shoot schedule, efficiently managed by local line producer Vinay (Cherry Films) under the overall supervision of Project Head Kumar Vijay Sippy. Key team members include accountants Charan Singh and Narayan Singh, along with Production Controller Anshika Shivhare, ensuring the project stays on track.

In a show of support for the growing film-friendly climate in the state, Dr Rajeev Kumar (IAS), Managing Director of HPTDC, visited the set and interacted with the cast and crew. He extended his full support to the production and expressed keen interest in encouraging more film shoots across unexplored and scenic parts of Himachal Pradesh.

The team behind “Behind the Mirror” extended their gratitude to Dr Kumar and the HPTDC for their cooperation, with production head Kumar Vijay Sippy stating, “We’re thrilled to bring this unique story to life in such an atmospheric location. The support from HPTDC has been instrumental in making this possible.”