The iconic Golmaal franchise — the laugh-a-minute comedy saga that became part of Bollywood’s DNA over the past two decades — is gearing up for a new chapter, and this time the news has both fans and industry folks buzzing with excitement and curiosity
After nearly eight years since Golmaal Again, director Rohit Shetty is finally set to reboot the chaos with Golmaal 5. And at the heart of this merry mayhem will be Ajay Devgn, returning as the lovable anchor of the ensemble gang that audiences have grown up laughing with.
But here’s the twist that’s getting everyone talking: Akshay Kumar — usually the king of comic timing and action-hero antics — is reportedly stepping into Golmaal 5 as the antagonist, a role that promises something hilariously fresh for this franchise known for its slapstick fun
Alongside Ajay and Akshay, the film is expected to bring back many beloved faces from the Golmaal universe — Arshad Warsi, Tushar Kapoor, Kunal Kemmu, Shreyas Talpade, and more — making it feel like a joyful family reunion on screen
Production is said to be underway with shoots expected to begin soon, likely in February 2026 in Mumbai’s Film City, aiming for a theatrical launch in early 2027.
For a franchise that’s grown up with its audience — from school days and college jokes to late-night movie outings — Golmaal 5 is shaping up to be both a comfort film and a fresh cinematic surprise. Whether it’s the banter, the visual scale, or the sheer joy of seeing Ajay and Akshay spar in a comedy setting, the ride appears poised to be worth the wait.