After ‘Bhooth Bangla’, Akshay Kumar is set to begin work on ‘Samuk’, an upcoming alien survival thriller produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The film is scheduled to begin principal photography in London on August 23, 2026. The project is being planned as a theatrical release and is expected to arrive in cinemas in 2027. As reported by Variety, the production will be largely based in London. Around 90 per cent of the film is expected to be shot in the British capital. The remaining portions will be filmed in Mumbai. The makers are also planning to complete the shoot in one continuous schedule.
‘Samuk’ to begin production in London
The London schedule will mark the beginning of Samuk’s principal photography. The production team intends to use the city as the primary setting for the film. Only a smaller portion of the movie will be filmed in Mumbai. Around 10 per cent of the production is expected to take place there. The team is expected to complete the bulk of the work during the London schedule.
Akshay Kumar reunites with Vipul Amrutlal Shah
‘Samuk’ marks another collaboration between Akshay Kumar and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The actor and producer have previously worked together on several successful projects. ‘Samuk’ is being developed as an alien survival thriller. Kanishk Varma is directing the project.
Alec Gillis joins Samuk’s technical team
The production has brought international talent on board for its technical requirements. Creature effects specialist Alec Gillis is associated with the film as per reports. Alec Gillis has worked on several major creature-driven Hollywood productions. His credits include projects connected with the Alien and Predator franchises. Action specialist Luke Tumber is also part of the technical team. His experience includes work on international action productions.
‘Samuk’ planned as 2027 theatrical release
The upcoming film is being developed for the big screen. The makers are currently targeting a theatrical release in 2027. The London schedule will account for most of the production. The Mumbai portion will cover the remaining requirements. With filming beginning on August 23, Samuk is now moving into its principal photography phase.
‘Haiwaan’ is Akshay Kumar’s next release
Akshay Kumar is gearing up for ‘Haiwaan’. The psychological action thriller is directed by Priyadarshan and also stars Saif Ali Khan. The makers recently released new stills featuring the two actors. Akshay Kumar also shared the images on social media while announcing the film’s teaser. The actor wrote, “Vengeance is my reason. Every sense is his weapon. Whose side are you on? Hero ya Haiwaan? #Haiwaan – Teaser Out Tomorrow..”‘Haiwaan’ is an adaptation of Priyadarshan’s Malayalam film Oppam, which starred Mohanlal. Saif Ali Khan plays the protagonist in the Hindi adaptation, while Akshay Kumar takes on the antagonist’s role. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on September 11, 2026.