Vipul Shah confirms Akshay Kumar’s next is a big alien-action thriller, inspired by Predator & Aliens, aiming to bring a new sci-fi genre to Bollywood (Movie Talkies). News Bollywood

Actor Akshay Kumar's upcoming sci-film is an ambitious alien thriller titled Samuk. HT City gets you all the details.

Akshay Kumar has signed Samuk, an alien thriller directed by Kanishk Varma and produced by Vipul Shah. The film brings in international talent while centring practical effects over full CGI.

Akshay Kumar to headline alien action-thriller Samuk

Actor Akshay Kumar is set to headline a new large-scale sci-fi action thriller titled Samuk, directed by Kanishk Varma and produced by Vipul Amrutlal

New Delhi, May 24 (PTI) Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is teaming up with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah for his next film, titled “Samuk”.Described as India’s biggest alien action spectacle, the film is co-produced by Aashin A Shah and is set to release in theatres in 2027.

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is set to reunite with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah for his upcoming film titled “Samuk”.Billed as one of India’s biggest alien act

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The makers of Samuk are bringing together international stunt specialists and Oscar-nominated creature designers to create a terrifying alien world with practical effects.

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