The long-standing speculation surrounding the next chapter of India’s most successful comedy franchise has reached a fever pitch. According to multiple industry reports and insiders, director Rohit Shetty is set to elevate the Golmaal universe with a fifth installment that promises to be its most ambitious yet.
While a formal official announcement from the production house is still awaited, widespread reports suggest that Golmaal 5 will not only reunite the entire original ensemble but also pivot into the “fantasy-comedy” genre, featuring a landmark first for the series: a primary female antagonist.
The most heartening news for fans is the reported reunion of the franchise’s core stars. Insiders indicate that the “Fantastic Five”—Ajay Devgn (Gopal), Arshad Warsi (Madhav), Tusshar Kapoor (Lucky), Shreyas Talpade (Laxman), and Kunal Kemmu (Laxman 2)—are all locked in to return. In a significant nostalgic boost, reports also suggest that Sharman Joshi, who played Laxman in the original 2006 film Golmaal: Fun Unlimited, is likely to rejoin the cast, marking his first appearance in the series in nearly two decades.
Following the ghost-themed success of Golmaal Again (2017), Shetty is reportedly doubling down on high-concept humor. Sources describe the new project as a full-scale fantasy comedy. This shift suggests that the gang will face challenges that defy the laws of physics and logic even more than usual.
Perhaps the most discussed detail in the recent reports is the introduction of the franchise’s first-ever female villain. While the Golmaal films have traditionally featured male antagonists—ranging from comical gangsters to greedy corporate moguls—this installment has reportedly been written with a woman in the negative lead. An insider quoted in various reports stated, “The story was conceived in a manner where the negative force is a woman.”
True to the Shetty style, the film is expected to feature its legendary roster of supporting characters. Reports mention that Sanjay Mishra, Johnny Lever, Mukesh Tiwari Vasooli Bhai and Ashwini Kalsekar are all expected to reprise their roles, ensuring that the foundational humor remains intact.
With a rumored filming start date in early 2026—potentially in the franchise’s spiritual home of Goa—Golmaal 5 is positioning itself to be a massive cinematic event that celebrates 20 years of the franchise. To know such latest updates, stay tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
