Bollywood’s most exciting upcoming project just got a lot more interesting — and a little more complicated. Word spread fast that Kareena Kapoor Khan would be joining Salman Khan in his much-anticipated superhero film with director duo Raj & DK. But before you get too hyped, here’s what’s actually going on behind the scenes
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What We Know So Far?
| Detail | Current Status |
|---|---|
| Project Type | Superhero film (retired superhero concept) |
| Director | Raj & DK |
| Confirmed Lead | Salman Khan ✅ |
| Kareena Kapoor Khan | NOT confirmed ❌ |
| Script Status | Still being written |
| Casting Process Begins | End of June 2026 (expected) |
| Final Narration to Salman | First week of June 2026 |
| Production House | Mythri Movie Makers |
| Shoot Start (Expected) | October 2026 |
Salman Khan and Kareena Rumour — Busted!
Let’s address the elephant in the room. Reports quickly circulated that Bebo was being eyed as the female lead opposite Salman. According to a Bollywood Hungama report, Kareena Kapoor Khan has neither met Raj & DK nor Salman Khan regarding the film. The script is still being written, and the makers are expected to begin the casting process only towards the end of June.
As of now, Salman Khan is reportedly the only actor confirmed for the project, and no discussions regarding the female lead have taken place. The report also suggests that makers may opt for a younger actress, as the dynamic between Salman and the female lead is expected to differ from that of a conventional commercial entertainer. While the idea of casting Kareena was reportedly considered a good one, there is currently no truth to the speculation.
So yes — pure rumour. Nothing more, nothing less.
What’s the Film Actually About?
Raj & DK are reportedly working on the screenplay, with the story revolving around a retired superhero — a fresh and intriguing concept for Indian cinema. The duo, known for reimagining genres with wit and style (think The Family Man, Citadel: Honey Bunny), pairing up with Salman Khan is genuinely one of Bollywood’s most exciting collisions of talent. The film is backed by Mythri Movie Makers, the production powerhouse also behind the Prabhas-starrer Fauji.
This kind of superhero storytelling — rooted in the idea of a hero past his prime — is something Indian superhero cinema has rarely explored with this level of mainstream muscle behind it.
What’s Next for Salman & Kareena?
Salman Khan will next be seen in Maatrubhumi, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, inspired by the Galwan Valley clash, also starring Chitrangda Singh. He is also set to appear in the tentatively titled SVC63, directed by Vamshi Paidipally, with Nayanthara as the co-lead, and Fahadh Faasil or Arvind Swamy reportedly being considered as the antagonist.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, meanwhile, will next be seen in Daayra, a crime thriller directed by Meghna Gulzar, featuring Prithviraj Sukumaran as the co-lead.
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FAQs
Q: Is Kareena Kapoor Khan confirmed for Salman Khan’s Raj & DK superhero film?
No — reports confirm she has not met the makers or Salman Khan, the script is still being written, and casting won’t begin until at least end of June 2026.
Q: When will Salman Khan’s superhero film with Raj & DK go on floors?
The project is expected to begin shooting from October 2026, with the final script narration to Salman Khan scheduled for the first week of June 2026.
