Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan are coming together for another laugh riot.
In an exciting October 17 report, Hindustan Times shared that the 59-year-old Indian actor is all set to reunite with the 69-year-old filmmaker for a new comedy movie, which will begin filming soon.
The untitled project, which will go on the floors in the last week of November 2026, will see Kumar portray a quirky tiger hunter in a 1970s setting.
With producer Ramesh Taurani backing the movie, this will mark Priyadarshan’s 99th directorial project.
Speaking to the outlet, an insider close to the production shared, “The film goes on the floors in the last week of November,” adding that the makers are eyeing Rajasthan’s wildlife locations and a set in Mumbai for the three-month filming.
Moreover, the team is also looking for locations in Bhopal.
The source went on to reveal that Annu Kapoor and Rajpal Yadav have been locked in to play supporting characters in the movie, while search for the female lead is currently ongoing.
When director Priyadarshan was asked about the upcoming project, he chose to keep his lips sealed, stating, “Let the project get locked then I will talk.”
The report also revealed that the upcoming project has been written by Priyadarshan and Rohan Shankar, who previously worked together on Akshay Kumar starrer Bhooth Bangla.
Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan projects
Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar have collaborated on several super hit movies, including 2000’s Hera Pheri, 2005’s Garam Masala, 2006’s Bhagam Bhag, 2007’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa, 2009’s De Dana Dan, 2010’s Khatta Meetha, and 2026’s Haiwaan and Bhooth Bangla.
