Dulquer Salmaan is coming home — and fans of Malayalam cinema have every reason to be excited. His next big project, the high-octane action entertainer I’m Game, is reportedly on course to complete filming by late March 2026, keeping its Onam 2026 theatrical release on track. Here’s a full breakdown of what we know so far.
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I’m Game — Complete Film Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | I’m Game |
| Lead Actor | Dulquer Salmaan |
| Director | Nahas Hidayath (RDX fame) |
| DQ’s Character | A gambler (reported) |
| Supporting Cast | Antony Varghese Pepe, Sandy Master, Kathir, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin |
| Current Shoot Location | Chennai (ongoing schedule) |
| Final Schedule Location | Hyderabad (from March 20, 2026) |
| Expected Shoot Wrap | End of March 2026 |
| Expected Release | Onam 2026 |
| Official Release Date | Not yet announced |
| Box Office Competition | Khalifa: Part 1 (Prithviraj), Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (Nivin Pauly) |
What’s the Latest on I’m Game?
According to industry tracker AB George, the I’m Game team is currently filming in Chennai. Once this schedule wraps up, the production will move to Hyderabad for its final shooting phase, commencing around March 20, 2026. The crew is expected to call it a pack-up by month’s end — well ahead of its festive season release. It’s worth noting this is based on reports, and no official confirmation has been issued by the makers yet.
For DQ fans, this is being described as a genuine homecoming project in Malayalam cinema after a period of pan-India releases. The combination of DQ in the role of a gambler with RDX director Nahas Hidayath — known for his slick, crowd-pleasing action — is already generating strong buzz in the Malayalam film circuit.
A Packed Schedule for Dulquer in 2026
While I’m Game gears up for Onam, DQ is juggling a busy slate. His most recent release was Kaantha, a layered thriller about a superstar’s ego-driven conflict with his mentor that spirals into a murder investigation. On the horizon is Aakasam Lo Oka Tara, an adventure drama co-starring Shruti Haasan and newcomer Satvika Veeravalli, set for a multi-language release.
The Onam window is notoriously competitive in Kerala, and a face-off between DQ’s I’m Game, Prithviraj’s Khalifa: Part 1, and Nivin Pauly’s Bethlehem Kudumba Unit could make Onam 2026 one of the most exciting festive seasons Malayalam cinema has seen in years.
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FAQs
Q: When will Dulquer Salmaan’s I’m Game release in theatres?
I’m Game is expected to release during Onam 2026. An official release date has not yet been confirmed by the makers.
Q: Who is directing Dulquer Salmaan’s I’m Game?
I’m Game is directed by Nahas Hidayath, who previously helmed the popular Malayalam action film RDX.
