Akshay Kumar, Bollywood's "Khiladi," is renowned for his rapid-fire film releases and unwavering work ethic. Releasing multiple hit films in a single year has become his signature trait.
Akshay Kumar Upcoming Movies: Bollywood's ‘Khiladi’, Akshay Kumar, is once again poised to prove why he remains one of the industry's most consistent and versatile superstars. While the recently released ‘Housefull 5’ is creating a storm at the box office, Akshay Kumar is set to bestow even greater gifts upon his fans through his upcoming projects.
The film calendar for 2025-26 is shaping up to be dominated by Akshay. He not only has a series of exciting new films but also several hit franchises whose next installments are eagerly awaited by audiences. Let's explore which films, following Housefull 5, will see Akshay reign supreme at the box office.
1. Kannappa: Akshay's Telugu Cinema Debut
Akshay Kumar has now ventured into South Indian cinema. With ‘Kannappa’, he is making his debut in the Telugu industry. In the film, Akshay will be seen portraying the role of Lord Shiva. This will be a grand mythological film based on a legendary tale, releasing not only in Telugu but also in Hindi and several other languages.
- Highlight: Akshay Kumar's mythological avatar, his first major pan-India release.
2. Jolly LLB 3: A Whirlwind of Laughter in the Courtroom
In the third installment of the Jolly LLB franchise, Akshay Kumar will once again be seen in the role of a lawyer. The twist this time is the presence of Arshad Warsi alongside him – two Jollys in one courtroom! This courtroom drama is being directed by Subhash Kapoor, who also helmed the first two installments.
- Release Date: September 19, 2025
- Point of Interest: Two Jollys facing off for the first time!
3. Welcome to the Jungle: A Comedy Extravaganza
Akshay Kumar makes a thunderous return in the third installment of the comedy franchise ‘Welcome’. This film is considered one of Bollywood's biggest multi-starrers ever. Alongside Akshay, the film will feature Sanjay Dutt, Anil Kapoor, Sunil Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, and Paresh Rawal.
- Release Date: December 26, 2025
- USP: A spectacular clash of veteran and new stars!
4. Bhoot Bangla: A Horror Film with a Touch of Comedy
After 15 years, the duo of Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar reunite, this time with a horror-comedy. The film, titled ‘Bhoot Bangla’, will feature Tabu, Vaamika Gabbi, and Paresh Rawal alongside Akshay. This blend of comedy and horror promises a unique cinematic experience for viewers.
- Release Date: April 2, 2026
- Film's Tone: A similar feel to ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ and ‘Hera Pheri’!
5. Hera Pheri 3: Raju's Explosive Return
Since the announcement of the third installment of the Hera Pheri franchise, social media has been abuzz with excitement. Akshay Kumar will once again return as ‘Raju’. However, filming is currently stalled due to certain issues, particularly concerning the potential exit of Paresh Rawal. But fans remain confident that the film will eventually be released and will be a hit.
- USP: The explosive return of an iconic franchise.
6. Eyes Also on These Projects...
According to reports, Akshay Kumar may also appear in some more explosive projects in the coming time, such as:
- Rowdy Rathore 2 – Discussions about a sequel have been ongoing for a long time.
- Dishoom 2 – Another blast with John Abraham and Varun Dhawan?
- Siddharth Anand's horror thriller – Akshay's potential entry into a new genre.
While these films haven't been officially confirmed, industry insiders consider them to be ‘in the pipeline’.
