In an exciting development of comedy entertainers, Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that Akshay Kumar is set to join the much-awaited 5th installment of the iconic Golmaal franchise, directed by Rohit Shetty. Akshay Kumar, who is currently gearing up for the release of his horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, has allotted 18 days in his schedule to shoot for Golmaal 5.\u00a0<\/p>\n
According to a source, the makers were keen on bringing Akshay onboard for a special yet impactful role that will add a fresh dynamic to the ensemble comedy. As we all know, Akshay Kumar<\/a> and comedy go hand in hand, and the team was clear that his presence would add an entirely new layer to Golmaal 5.\u00a0<\/p>\n A source reveals to Pinkvilla, \u201cAkshay Kumar has a dynamic role in the film that will bring the house down with laughter. The Khiladi Kumar has allotted 18 days to shoot for the film, and will share a very Tom & Jerry like equation with Ajay Devgn on screen.”<\/p>\n Interestingly, this project will mark the first time that Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn collaborate on a full-fledged comedy film together. While both actors have shared screen space in the past in movies like Simmba, Sooryavanshi, Khakee and more, the Golmaal universe will present them in a hilarious rivalry equation.<\/p>\n Golmaal 5 will also feature the franchise\u2019s beloved OG gang, including Arshad Warsi, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kemmu, and Tusshar Kapoor, among others. On a related note, Sharman Joshi will be returning to the franchise after nearly two decades.<\/p>\n The source further adds, “Akshay instantly loved the script and his character, the moment Rohit Shetty<\/a> narrated the film to him, and he was quickly on board to join the laughter-filled world of Golmaal.”<\/p>\n With this massive ensemble and a fresh comic dynamic between Akshay and Ajay, Golmaal 5 promises to be one of the biggest comedy franchises in the making. Set to release in 2027, Golmaal 5 (also called Golmaal Five) is produced under the banner of Rohit Shetty Picturez.<\/p>\n