Salman Khan is in discussions with filmmakers Raj & DK for a quirky superhero comedy. The project draws inspiration from the Hollywood film Hancock and features Khan as a weary hero seeking retirement. Shooting is slated to begin in November 2026.
Salman Khan, a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, is reportedly collaborating with the director duo Raj & DK on an upcoming high-concept comedy. The film centers on a superhero character portrayed by Khan, who aims to retire after growing tired of repeated world-saving duties. However, ongoing circumstances continually draw him back into action, leading to a broader conflict. This narrative combines elements of broad comedy with superhero tropes.
According to reports, the discussions between Khan and the filmmakers have lasted three months, culminating in plans for this quirky project. Khan has expressed enthusiasm for the concept and awaits the full script. A key concern for him is the budget, as he prefers to avoid an expensive production typical of superhero films. The directors are tailoring the script to align with Khan's character traits while keeping costs in mind.
A narration of the film is anticipated in April 2026, with production set to commence in November 2026 if all proceeds smoothly. The movie is being produced by Mythri Productions in association with Reel Life Entertainment. This development comes as Khan prepares for his next release, the war drama Battle of Galwan. Recently, he was seen on the set of that film, shortly after his father, screenwriter Salim Khan, experienced a health scare and was hospitalized. To balance family needs and work, Khan reportedly adjusted the shooting schedule for Battle of Galwan to Mehboob Studio, enabling proximity to the hospital without halting key sequences, including a major song shoot.
A source stated: “Salman Khan will be seen as a superhero who wants to hang up his cape and retire from saving the world, having grown weary of doing the same thing on repeat. But circumstances refuse to let him live in peace and keep pulling him back into action time and again, eventually pushing him into a larger conflict. The narrative blends broad comedy with superhero beats—essentially, a high-concept superhero comedy.”
