Dhamaal 4 Postponed To July 17 2026 After Ajay Devgn And Akshay Kumar Meet To Avoid Clash With Welcome To The Jungle
Dhamaal 4 has been officially postponed to July 17 2026. The comedy franchise film, directed by Indra Kumar, was earlier slated for an early 2026 release but will now arrive in mid-July. The decision comes after discussions between lead actor Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar to ensure both their big releases get breathing space at the box office.
According to industry sources, a meeting was held between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar recently. The two stars discussed the upcoming 2026 calendar and decided to avoid a direct face-off between Dhamaal 4 and Welcome To The Jungle. Both films are big-ticket comedies with ensemble casts and heavy VFX, and a same-day clash would have split screens and audiences. The mutual understanding reflects a healthy trend where top actors are coordinating to maximize business.
Welcome To The Jungle, led by Akshay Kumar, is already locked for a summer 2026 release and is one of the most awaited comedies of the year. With Dhamaal 4 now moving to July 17 2026, the two franchises get clear windows to perform without eating into each other’s collections. The move benefits exhibitors too, as they can plan longer runs for both films instead of dividing shows in the opening week. The Dhamaal franchise has strong recall value, while Welcome To The Jungle carries the legacy of the Welcome brand.
The new date gives Dhamaal 4 a strategic advantage. July 17 2026 falls in the post-summer period, and the film now gets a clean two to three-week window before the Independence Day releases arrive. Ajay Devgn currently headlines the Dhamaal franchise and will be seen alongside the regular ensemble cast. Indra Kumar returns as director, promising the same madcap humor that made the earlier parts successful. The extra time will also help with post-production and VFX work, which is extensive this time.
This decision to postpone highlights a growing maturity in release planning among top stars. By giving space to Welcome To The Jungle and shifting Dhamaal 4, Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar have ensured both films can chase bigger lifetime numbers. With two major comedies now spaced out, 2026 is shaping up to be a strong year for the genre. All eyes will now be on the official announcement and the first marketing assets from Dhamaal 4 as it gears up for its new July 17 2026 release.
