In a rare and refreshing display of camaraderie over competition, two of Bollywood’s biggest stars have chosen to give each other space rather than fight it out at the box office. After a mutual discussion between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, the makers of Dhamaal 4 have decided to shift its release from July 4 to July 17, 2026, in order to avoid a clash with Akshay Kumar’s Welcome To The Jungle. Sometimes, the smartest move in showbiz is knowing when to step aside.
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Dhamaal 4 : Release Date & Key Details
| Detail | Dhamaal 4 | Welcome To The Jungle |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Star | Ajay Devgn | Akshay Kumar |
| New Release Date | July 17, 2026 | June 26, 2026 |
| Genre | Multi-starrer comedy | Multi-starrer comedy |
| Key Cast | Ajay, Riteish, Arshad, Sanjay Mishra, Jaaved Jaaferi | Akshay, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi |
Why the Date Was Changed?
According to a report by Hindustan Times, Ajay Devgn reportedly spoke directly to Akshay Kumar, and following mutual discussions, the makers agreed to shift Dhamaal 4 from July 4 to July 17, 2026.
A source quoted by the publication stated that Ajay and Akshay had been friends for a long time, even before they became massive stars, and both understood the importance of giving every film sufficient breathing space. Both actors also produce films themselves — so the discussion reportedly went smoothly, with both agreeing that audiences would need a gap between the two comedy entertainers.
That’s two industry heavyweights putting sense before ego — and honestly, it’s a lesson Bollywood needed.
Dhamaal 4 — What to Expect
Dhamaal 4 brings the beloved comedy franchise back to life with core cast members Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi returning, alongside new additions including Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, and Ravi Kishan.
Learn more about the history of the Dhamaal franchise on Wikipedia’s Dhamaal film series page.
What’s Next for Both Stars?
Looking ahead, Ajay Devgn is currently working on Drishyam 3, directed by Abhishek Pathak, along with films like Ranger and Golmaal 5 in the pipeline. Akshay Kumar, meanwhile, has Haiwaan alongside Saif Ali Khan and another project with director Anees Bazmee in the works.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the new release date of Dhamaal 4 and why was it changed?
Dhamaal 4 has been shifted from July 4 to July 17, 2026, following a mutual discussion between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, to avoid a box office clash with Welcome To The Jungle releasing on June 26, 2026.
Q2. Who is in the cast of Dhamaal 4?
Dhamaal 4 features Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi reprising their roles, with Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Ravi Kishan, and others joining the franchise in new roles.
