For months, fans of the Krrish franchise have been left wondering whether the long-awaited fourth installment was quietly falling apart behind the scenes. Reports claiming creative disagreements, budget disputes, and production roadblocks sparked concerns that one of Bollywood’s biggest superhero franchises was heading into trouble. Now, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has finally addressed the speculation and his response is likely to bring some relief to fans.
The veteran filmmaker has made it clear that Krrish 4 is very much in development and that many of the reports circulating online are far from accurate. More importantly, he has dismissed claims that his son, Hrithik Roshan, demanded an eye-watering budget of Rs 500 crore for the film.
Rakesh Roshan Calls Budget Claims “Nonsense”
One of the biggest stories surrounding Krrish 4 in recent months was the claim that Hrithik wanted a massive budget to deliver Hollywood-level visual effects and large-scale action sequences. Industry chatter suggested that this demand supposedly created friction with producer Aditya Chopra, who reportedly preferred a more controlled budget for the project.
However, Rakesh Roshan has now shut down those reports completely. Speaking to Mid-Day, the filmmaker described the rumours as “nonsense,” making it clear that the narrative being discussed online does not reflect reality. His comments also challenge reports suggesting that financial disagreements had stalled the film.
The clarification comes at a crucial time because speculation had grown so intense that many fans started believing the project had either been postponed indefinitely or quietly shelved. According to Roshan, neither is true. The film remains in active development, even if progress is taking longer than some expected.
Why The Film Is Taking Longer Than Expected
While confirming that Krrish 4 is moving forward, Rakesh Roshan admitted that ambitious projects require patience. He pointed out that previous entries in the franchise also took considerable time to develop before reaching audiences. From Koi… Mil Gaya to Krrish and Krrish 3, each film involved years of planning, visual effects work, and script development.
That explanation makes sense considering the expectations surrounding the franchise today. The superhero genre has changed dramatically over the last decade, with audiences now comparing Indian productions to major international blockbusters. Delivering a film that can compete visually while still retaining its Indian identity is no easy task.
Adding to the timeline is Hrithik Roshan’s growing list of responsibilities. Apart from acting commitments, the star has also been focusing on the production company he launched earlier this year. According to Rakesh, his son is currently occupied with several projects, jokingly remarking that “Krrish is on another planet and we are all waiting for his dates.”
Hrithik’s Biggest Career Challenge Yet
One reason Krrish 4 continues to generate excitement is because it will mark Hrithik Roshan’s first outing as a director. In 2025, Rakesh Roshan officially announced that his son would take charge of the franchise’s next chapter, a decision that instantly became one of the most talked-about developments in Bollywood.
The announcement carried extra emotional weight because it represented a passing of the torch. Twenty-five years after launching Hrithik as a leading man with Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, Rakesh was now introducing him in an entirely new role behind the camera. The project is also being backed by Aditya Chopra, making it one of the most ambitious collaborations currently being planned in Hindi cinema.
The filmmaker also stressed that there are no tensions between him, Hrithik, and Aditya Chopra. Instead, he described Krrish 4 as a team effort where everyone is working toward the same goal. That statement directly contradicts reports suggesting a fallout between the key players involved.
The Krrish franchise remains one of India’s most successful superhero properties. Beginning with Koi… Mil Gaya in 2003 before evolving into a full-fledged superhero saga, the series helped introduce a generation of Indian audiences to homegrown comic-book storytelling. Expectations for the next chapter are naturally enormous because fans have waited more than a decade since Krrish 3 arrived in theatres.
For now, there is still no release date or major production update. But Rakesh Roshan’s latest comments make one thing clear: Krrish 4 hasn’t been abandoned. The film may be taking its time, but the superhero is still preparing for his return.
