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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has reportedly locked his next major project. The actor is set to headline a big-budget action thriller backed by prominent producer Dil Raju and directed by National Award-winning

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filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally.

According to reports, the yet-untitled film will be mounted on a large scale and is expected to begin shooting in April.

A Pan-India Action Spectacle

Sources close to PinkVilla suggest that the project is being developed as a massive theatrical spectacle with strong pan-India appeal. The film will reportedly feature an ensemble cast bringing together actors from both the Hindi and South Indian film industries.

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The makers are currently said to be in discussions with an A-list actor for the female lead, although the final casting has not been officially confirmed.

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Salman Khan To Be Seen In A New Avatar

The report further indicates that Salman Khan was drawn to the script for its blend of high-octane action and emotional depth.

A source revealed that the director plans to present the actor in a completely new avatar with a distinctive look. The concept and scale of the project reportedly excited Salman instantly.

Project To Begin After Battle of Galwan

The action thriller will reportedly become Salman Khan’s next project after he completes work on Battle of Galwan. Once the actor wraps his current commitments, he is expected to begin shooting for the Dil Raju-backed venture.

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With Dil Raju known for mounting large-scale productions and Vamshi Paidipally’s reputation for delivering commercial entertainers, the collaboration is already generating considerable buzz in the industry.

Targeting A 2027 Theatrical Release

The film is reportedly scheduled to go on floors in April, with the makers aiming for a grand theatrical release in 2027.

Meanwhile, Salman Khan is also said to be in discussions for another ambitious project with filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K..

The upcoming venture, backed by Mythri Movie Makers and Reel Life Productions, is reportedly envisioned as a comic-action superhero film, further expanding the actor’s slate of large-scale projects.

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Salman Khan Signs Big-Budget Action Thriller With Dil Raju, Vamshi Paidipally; Shoot Begins April 2026

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