In her three-decade-long career, Rani Mukerji has collaborated with nearly every renowned and celebrated actor, with the exception of Akshay Kumar. Reports
suggest that the actors are set to join forces in 2026 for Oh My God 3. Akshay has been a staple in the series – initially portraying Lord Krishna and later taking on the human form of Lord Shiva. According to sources, the film is named Oh My Goddess. In a message congratulating Rani on the premiere ofMardaani 3, Akshay referred to her as the 'Goddess' of performance. He praised her role in the movie and encouraged audiences to catch it in cinemas. While keeping details vague, Akshay subtly confirmed his collaboration with Rani.
Did Akshay Kumar confirm Oh My Goddess?
Emphasizing ‘Goddess’ in his Instagram Story, Akshay stated, “Make sure to see the ‘Goddess’ of performance in her most impactful role. I watched it. I adored it. Don’t let it pass you by!” Oh My Goddess has not been officially announced yet. This might indicate that the pair is finally teaming up after three decades.
Oh My Goddess details
As per a report from Pinkvilla, Oh My God 3 is currently in the pre-production stage and is anticipated to begin filming by mid-2026. Director Amit Rai, who also directed OMG 2, has reportedly crafted a narrative that exceeds the previous installments in terms of scale, significance, and emotional depth. A source disclosed that Amit has created a script that is larger, more pertinent, and impactful. Akshay, who has been part of the franchise since its inception, insisted that the third installment must be elevated.
All about OMG franchise
Oh My God (OMG) debuted in 2012. Paresh Rawal and Akshay starred in the satirical comedy inspired by the Gujarati play Kanji Virrudh Kanj. It received critical acclaim and was a box office hit. The story revolves around Kanji Lalji Mehta, a middle-class antiques dealer in Mumbai. As an atheist, he challenges God after an earthquake devastates his shop, the only one in the vicinity to suffer damage. When no lawyer is willing to take on a case against religious leaders and spiritual gurus, Kanji decides to represent himself. He finds an ally in a mysterious figure who assists him throughout the legal battle. This figure turns out to be none other than Lord Krishna.
A standalone sequel, titled Oh My God 2, featuring Akshay alongside Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam, was released in 2023. It tells the story of Kanti Sharan Mudgal, a devotee of Shiva, who takes his son's school to court for excluding sex education. His son faces accusations of promoting obscenity. As he navigates the legal proceedings, Lord Shiva supports him.
Further information regarding Oh My Goddess has not been revealed. Staying true to the essence of the franchise, it will address a significant social issue through a dramatic lens.
