Fans of Bollywood’s “action king” Sunny Deol will have to wait just a little longer to see him back on a film set for his next big project. Recent industry reports suggest that Deol’s upcoming high-octane action thriller, directed by Balaji Mohan, has faced a slight scheduling delay. Initially expected to begin earlier, the movie is now slated to go on floors in the first week of February 2026.
The primary reason for the delay isn’t creative differences or production trouble, but rather Sunny Deol’s packed schedule. The veteran actor has been heavily involved in the massive promotional campaign for Border 2, which just hit theaters on January 23. Given the scale of the war epic and the nationalistic fervor surrounding it, Deol has been traveling extensively and meeting with fans, leaving him with little time to jump straight into a new character.
Sources close to the production indicate that the makers, including producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani (Excel Entertainment), decided it was best to push the start date. They reportedly want the actor to be completely refreshed and focused when he joins the set.
While the title remains under wraps, the project is generating significant buzz for several reasons. This marks Sunny Deol’s first time working with the prestigious Excel Entertainment banner.
Known for his unique storytelling in the South, director Balaji Mohan is expected to present Sunny in a “never-seen-before” gritty avatar. Insiders describe the film as a large-scale actioner that will be shot across various locations, starting with a schedule in Mumbai.
The film is now expected to begin rolling around February 10. Director Balaji Mohan has reportedly already begun the pre-production work and set construction in Andheri to ensure that once Sunny arrives, the shoot can proceed without further interruptions.
With 2026 already looking like a massive year for Sunny Deol—with releases like Border 2, Lahore 1947, and Ramayana—this new thriller adds yet another heavy-duty project to his “Gadar-sized” comeback trail. Fans are eager to see if this collaboration will bring a modern, stylish edge to Deol’s legendary “dhai kilo ka haath” persona. To know such latest updates tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
