Akshay Kumar is currently busy shooting for Anees Bazmee’s upcoming comedy entertainer, and the actor’s packed schedule shows no signs of slowing down this year.
AdvertisementThe news is out that Akshay’s next project will be a high-concept action thriller produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kanishk Verma.
According to our sources, "the film is designed as a large-scale VFX-heavy spectacle and aims to introduce a completely new 'Man vs Alien' genre to Indian cinema.
The story will revolve around survival, action, and a common man finding himself trapped in an extraordinary situation."
“Akshay is extremely excited about this film because it’s unlike anything attempted before in Indian cinema.
Akshay Kumar is currently busy shooting for Anees Bazmee’s upcoming comedy entertainer, and the actor’s packed schedule shows no signs of slowing down this year. The superstar has been juggling multiple projects, and after wrapping the untitled comedy by June-end, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that he is expected to take a short family break before jumping straight into preparations for his next big film.
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The news is out that Akshay’s next project will be a high-concept action thriller produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kanishk Verma. Now, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that the movie is set to go on floors in August 2026, and will see Akshay shooting through the year for what is being one of the most ambitious projects of his career.
According to our sources, "the film is designed as a large-scale VFX-heavy spectacle and aims to introduce a completely new 'Man vs Alien' genre to Indian cinema. The story will revolve around survival, action, and a common man finding himself trapped in an extraordinary situation."
“Akshay is extremely excited about this film because it’s unlike anything attempted before in Indian cinema. The vision is massive, and the prep work is already happening at full speed. From action design to VFX and prosthetics, international teams are expected to come on board to create a world-class cinematic experience,” adds a source.
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The film also marks another collaboration between Akshay Kumar and Vipul Amrutlal Shah, a duo known for delivering successful films like Namastey London, Singh Is Kinng, Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty and Waqt: The Race Against Time. With a unique concept and large-scale execution planned, the makers are aiming to create a genre-defining cinematic experience. The technical team of the Samuk will boast of top names from Hollywood, and more details on the same will be revealed in due course of time.
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