May 17, 2026
Dhamaal 4 moves to July 17; Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar’s gentleman’s agreement avoids major box office clash
The release calendar for Bollywood’s biggest comedy entertainers has undergone a major reshuffle. According to reports, Dhamaal 4 starring Ajay Devgn has officially moved its release date from July 3 to July 17, 2026, avoiding a direct box office clash with Akshay Kumar’s upcoming multi-starrer comedy Welcome To The Jungle.
Industry insiders suggest that the decision came after a cordial discussion between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, with both actors reportedly agreeing that two large-scale comedy entertainers releasing too close to each other could divide audiences and impact collections for both films. Trade experts are calling it a rare example of “Bollywood camaraderie” and strategic planning.
Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 is the latest installment in the popular Dhamaal franchise and features an ensemble cast including Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Jaaved Jaaferi. The film is expected to continue the franchise’s signature blend of chaos, adventure, and slapstick comedy.
Meanwhile, Welcome To The Jungle is set to hit theatres on June 26, 2026, giving the film a cleaner theatrical window before Dhamaal 4 arrives two weeks later. The move is being viewed positively within trade circles, especially as both films target family audiences and comedy lovers.
Fans of Bollywood comedy now have two big entertainers to look forward to — with enough breathing room for both films to maximize their box office potential.