
The superhero film is expected to begin filming by in mid-2026.(image-X/AbGeorge_)
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has confirmed that he is set to collaborate with Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film. The actor confirmed the exciting news during a media interaction on Thursday.
“Lokesh and I are working on a film, it is a superhero film. It is a big-scale action film and it will start next year, second half,” Aamir told the media.
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The superhero film marks a bold step for the actor who is known to impress audiences with both films that are both critically and commercially acclaimed. Aamir teaming up Lokesh Kanagaraj will be an exciting project. The director is known for delivering hits such as Kamal Haasan’s Vikram, Karthi’s Kaithi, and Vijay’s Leo.
According to reports, the film will be a large-scale action flick with cutting-edge visual effects. Filming is scheduled to start in mid-2026 and is expected to make an impact with both Indian and international audiences.
Aamir also confirmed a reunion with director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke. The two previously collaborated on blockbuster hits 3 Idiots (2009) and PK (2014). The biopic on Phalke, who directed India’s first feature film Raja Harishchandra in 1913, aims to celebrate the key figure and his legacy.
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Meanwhile, Aamir has Sitaare Zameen Par coming up. Directed by R.S. Prasanna and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the comedy also stars Genelia Deshmukh. The film will mark Aamir’s return to the big screen after a long time. The thematic sequel of Taare Zameen Par (2007) will hit theatres on June 20.