Fresh from the success of 'Raaz 3' and '1920- Evil Returns', director and producer Vikram Bhatt is known to be the face of Indian horror films. He along with ASA Productions recently got into a partnership with T-Series to produce five films that promise to push the barriers in the sci-fi, thriller and horror genre.

While the two powerhouses come together to produce five films, two of them will be directed by Vikram Bhatt himself. One will be an action film set in the science-fiction genre and the other one is yet to be decided. This will be Bhatt's most ambitious project, a first-of-its kind where 3D technology will be used. Actress Bipasha Basu has been roped in for this film, details of which are tightly being kept under wraps.

For now, the first to go on floors this January is a supernatural thriller, starring Kunal Khemu. It will be followed by 'Hate Story 2', a tale of revenge and betrayal directed by Vishal Pandya.

Talking about the merger Bhushan Kumar says, "We are happy to associate with Vikram Bhatt and ASA Productions, they have an impressive track-record with their films; Not to mention, Vikram is the ultimate in the horror and sci-fi genre...We look forward to doing some great work together."

Vikram Bhatt adds, "Bhushan Kumar and T-Series understand the value of a new idea and are willing to cross frontiers to make the films of the future. It's rare to find partners who share your belief and vision. We at ASA our lucky to have come together with like minded people."