Rohit Shetty’s Golmaal universe is about to flip its own rulebook — and fans didn’t see this one coming.
As the makers gear up for Golmaal 5, fresh reports suggest the fifth instalment will introduce something the franchise has never had before: a full-fledged villain. And not just any villain — Akshay Kumar is reportedly stepping in as the main antagonist, squaring off against Ajay Devgn and his chaotic gang.
If true, this casting alone changes the game for one of Bollywood’s most loved comedy franchises.
Akshay Kumar Enters the Golmaal Chaos
According to reports from Variety India, Golmaal 5 is set to be bigger, louder, and more ambitious than the earlier films — while still holding on to its trademark slapstick humour. Akshay Kumar’s entry as the lead villain marks a major narrative shift for the series, which has traditionally relied on confusion, mistaken identities, and ensemble madness rather than a central antagonist.
The idea of Akshay playing spoilsport to Ajay Devgn’s straight-faced chaos machine instantly adds a fresh comic dynamic — especially since this reunion puts the two stars on opposite sides for the first time in this franchise.
A New Direction for the Franchise
Another interesting update is the film’s reported tonal shift. Unlike the earlier Golmaal films that leaned heavily on situational comedy and absurd misunderstandings, Golmaal 5 is said to introduce fantasy elements into its storytelling.
While details remain under wraps, insiders suggest the scale and spectacle will be dialled up significantly — a move that could give the franchise a new lease of life while keeping its loyal audience entertained.
The OG Gang Is Back
Ajay Devgn returns as the anchor of the series, joined once again by the familiar faces that define Golmaal’s madness:
- Arshad Warsi
- Tusshar Kapoor
- Kunal Kemmu
- Shreyas Talpade
The extended cast reportedly includes Johnny Lever, Sanjay Mishra, Mukesh Tiwari, and Ashwini Kalsekar — ensuring that the film doesn’t compromise on its signature humour.
There is also strong buzz around Sharman Joshi potentially making a comeback, while Kareena Kapoor Khan’s involvement remains unconfirmed. Kareena previously featured in Golmaal Returns and Golmaal 3.
Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn’s Long Partnership
Golmaal 5 also strengthens the long-standing collaboration between Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn. This marks their 14th film together, a partnership that has delivered multiple blockbusters across genres.
For Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn, the film becomes their sixth collaboration in over three decades, following Suhaag (1994), Khakee (2004), Insan (2005), Sooryavanshi (2021), and Singham Again (2024).
When Does Filming Begin?
Production on Golmaal 5 is expected to kick off by the end of February at Film City, Mumbai, with the makers targeting an early 2027 theatrical release.
The timing is symbolic. The Golmaal franchise began with Golmaal: Fun Unlimited in 2006, and Golmaal 5 arrives as the series completes 20 years — two decades of memes, madness, and mass entertainment.
Final Words
With Akshay Kumar entering the Golmaal universe as its first-ever villain, Rohit Shetty clearly isn’t playing safe. Bigger scale, a new narrative flavour, and a heavyweight face-off promise a version of Golmaal that feels familiar yet unpredictable.
If the reports hold true, Golmaal 5 might just turn chaos into its biggest strength — again.
