Aamir Khan Shuts Down Rumours, Confirms Lokesh Kanagaraj Film: ‘We Spoke Last Month And…’

Aamir Khan Confirms Ongoing Talks With Lokesh Kanagaraj Amid Rumour Shutdown

In a decisive statement that clears weeks of speculation, Aamir Khan has confirmed that his long-rumoured collaboration with Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj is still very much alive. The actor clarified in a recent interaction that he and Lokesh had spoken just last month, and that the proposed film—rumoured to be a big-scale superhero or action thriller—is “on the cards.”

Rumours of a Shelved Project — and the Confusion Behind Them

For months, media reports and social chatter suggested the Aamir–Lokesh film might have been shelved. The catalyst appeared to be the lukewarm reception of Aamir’s cameo in Lokesh’s last directorial — and whispers around creative differences, delays, or even a full cancellation. 

Even as fans awaited an official update, some outlets speculated that the project was scrapped due to distrust over when — or whether — filming would ever begin. But those rumours are now discredited. Aamir confirmed that Lokesh is expected to travel to Mumbai soon for a narration meeting, signalling that pre-production is still underway. 

What Kind of Film Is It? A Superhero Actioner, Says Aamir

According to earlier statements, the collaboration is meant to be a “big-scale superhero action film” — a genre shift for Aamir, whose filmography has braved many genres but rarely such stylised action. 

Reports from 2025 indicate that the plan is to begin shooting in the second half of 2026 — though a final schedule depends on the outcome of the narration and script finalisation. 

For Kanagaraj, known for gritty thrillers and blockbusters like “Vikram,” “Master,” and “Leo,” the collaboration with Aamir could mark a bold entry into Bollywood and a pan-India outreach. For Aamir, it’s an opportunity to tread new cinematic ground — combining his star power with Lokesh’s directorial vision. 

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Why the Confirmation Matters — and What It Means for Fans

In an era when film rumours can spiral wildly online, Aamir’s clear confirmation offers relief to fans hoping for a high-profile collaboration. It also signals that creative differences or earlier setbacks — if any — have been resolved, and that the project remains viable.

Industry watchers note that such a film could be among the biggest cross-industry ventures in recent times: a Bollywood superstar joining hands with a leading Southern-film director, aiming for a big-scale, mass-appeal action movie. If successful, it could further blur the lines between regional and Hindi cinema.

Aamir’s confirmation came at a time when he is also juggling other projects — including a biopic of Dadasaheb Phalke with director Rajkumar Hirani, which lends further weight to his claim of limiting himself to roughly one film a year to ensure quality over quantity. 

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What’s Next: Narration, Script, and Production

Both Aamir and Lokesh are reportedly slated to meet soon in Mumbai for narration, after which pre-production can officially begin. Given Aamir’s reputation for meticulousness and Lokesh’s flair for stylised action storytelling, fans are now watching closely for script leaks, cast announcements, and a final production schedule.

If things go as planned, filming could start in 2026, giving the project ample time to prepare for what promises to be one of the most anticipated films across the Indian film industry.

Until then, however, the confirmation itself is enough to end speculation — and to reignite excitement among fans of both Aamir Khan and Lokesh Kanagaraj.

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