Kartik Aaryan is set to reunite with filmmaker Kabir Khan for an ambitious new project being positioned as a potential game-changer in the sports-adventure genre. After their earlier collaboration on Chandu Champion, the actor-director duo is coming together once again for a large-scale film mounted on a substantial budget.
Reports suggest the film will be set against the visually striking yet challenging terrain of Kashmir, offering a fresh canvas for the genre. Described as a one-of-a-kind sports-adventure, the project will demand intense physical preparation from Kartik, who is expected to undergo rigorous training and a major physical transformation for the role.
The film is scheduled to go on floors in February 2026, with Kabir Khan planning an extensive shoot that is likely to run until October 2026. Spanning nearly nine months and multiple locations, the long schedule reflects the scale and ambition of the production.
The project also marks another step in Kartik Aaryan’s evolving career choices. He is set to transition into this physically demanding role immediately after wrapping up Naagzilla for Dharma Productions, showcasing a shift from fantasy-comedy to a high-intensity sports-adventure.
Kartik has a packed slate ahead, with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 expected to begin in the second half of 2026, reuniting him with director Anees Bazmee. He is also likely to complete the remaining portions of Anurag Basu’s upcoming film next year and is reportedly in talks with Luv Ranjan for another project, though no official announcement has been made.
Produced by Applause Entertainment, the Kartik Aaryan–Kabir Khan film is eyeing a theatrical release in 2027. With Kabir Khan’s experience in large-scale storytelling and Kartik’s growing willingness to take on challenging roles, the collaboration has already generated strong buzz within the industry.