Bollywood’s ultimate entertainer, Akshay Kumar, is all set to wrap up the final 15-day shooting schedule of Welcome To The Jungle this November — marking the last leg of one of the most anticipated comedy blockbusters in the making.
Directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, Welcome To The Jungle promises to bring back the laughter, chaos, and madcap energy that made the Welcome franchise a household favorite.
Final Schedule Begins in November
According to sources close to the production, Akshay will be shooting key sequences alongside the principal ensemble cast in November. “This final schedule will capture major scenes featuring Akshay and the rest of the ensemble. The team plans to complete all filming by early next year, with a theatrical release aimed for mid-2026,” a production insider revealed.
With most of the filming already wrapped up, the crew now enters its home stretch — setting the stage for one of Bollywood’s biggest comedy spectacles of the decade.
A Grand Return to Comedy
After delivering a string of thrillers and action-packed dramas, Akshay Kumar returns to his comic roots with Welcome To The Jungle. The film features a star-studded cast including Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, and Jacqueline Fernandez, among others.
The film promises everything fans love about the Welcome universe — hilarious misunderstandings, over-the-top characters, dazzling sets, and Akshay’s signature comic timing. With Ahmed Khan’s flamboyant direction and Firoz Nadiadwala’s knack for spectacle, Welcome To The Jungle is expected to be a laughter riot on a grand scale.
The Legacy of Welcome Continues
The Welcome franchise has become a comedy institution in Indian cinema. The original Welcome (2007), directed by Anees Bazmee, remains one of Bollywood’s most loved comedies, followed by Welcome Back (2015). From unforgettable characters like Uday Shetty and Majnu Bhai to memorable dialogues that became pop-culture classics — the films redefined family entertainment.
Now, with Welcome To The Jungle, the laughter saga continues — promising nostalgia for fans and fresh chaos for a new generation.
Akshay’s 2026 Line-Up: A Mix of Genres and Magic
2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for Akshay Kumar. Following Welcome To The Jungle, he will be seen in Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan — marking their reunion after 14 years since De Dana Dan (2009). The duo is set to recreate their trademark comedic chemistry with a supernatural twist.
Adding to the excitement, Akshay will also headline Haiwaan, another Priyadarshan directorial co-starring Saif Ali Khan. The film, reportedly inspired by the Malayalam hit Oppam, blends suspense and emotion with powerful performances.
With a slate spanning comedy, horror, and thrillers, Akshay once again proves why he remains Bollywood’s most versatile and bankable star.
The Wait for the Jungle Laughter Begins
With its larger-than-life cast, grand production, and the promise of unstoppable laughter, Welcome To The Jungle is poised to be one of 2026’s biggest cinematic events. Fans can expect a perfect mix of nostalgia, humor, and heart — the kind of film that reminds audiences why Bollywood comedies hold a special place in our hearts.
Welcome To The Jungle isn’t just another sequel — it’s a celebration of joy, chaos, and cinematic madness that only Akshay Kumar can deliver.
