Akshay Kumar Turns Villain in Ajay Devgn's Franchise Golmaal 5 - The Ultimate Comedy Showdown!

Bollywood's most beloved comedy franchise is gearing up for a massive shake-up. Rohit Shetty's Golmaal 5 will see Ajay Devgn back in the lead, but the big buzz is that Akshay Kumar has been roped in as the main antagonist, facing off against Devgn's character. This marks a rare shift for Akshay, who is known for his comic heroics, and promises a fresh dose of chaos and rivalry in the series.

The film is slated to start shooting in late February 2026 at Film City in Mumbai, with a target release in early 2027. The returning ensemble includes Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Kemmu, Shreyas Talpade, Johnny Lever, Sanjay Mishra, Mukesh Tiwari, and Ashwini Kalsekar. Rumors also suggest that Kareena Kapoor Khan and Sharman Joshi may reprise their roles, adding nostalgic firepower to the new plot.

Akshay's entry into the Golmaal universe is a strategic move to amp up the scale and introduce fantasy elements beyond the typical slapstick. The story is expected to be "bigger and grander" while retaining the franchise's signature humor, with a fresh narrative that pits Akshay's villain against Devgn's hero in a clash of wit and mischief. This will be the sixth collaboration between the two superstars, following hits like Suhaag, Khakee, insaan, Sooryavanshi and Singham Again.

Fans are already buzzing on social media, with hashtags #Golmaal5 trending. The film promises a blend of classic Golmaal chaos, new-age visual flair, and a high-octane showdown between two of Bollywood's biggest icons.

Source: Variety