Twenty years after the first Golmaal changed the face of Bollywood comedy, the Golmaal 5 journey has officially begun. Rohit Shetty shared an emotional note on Instagram, confirming that filming for the fifth installment is now underway.
1. The “Khiladi” Twist: Akshay Kumar Joins the Gang
The biggest shocker of the announcement was the entry of Akshay Kumar into the Golmaal universe.
- The Look: In the viral announcement video, Akshay is seen sporting a bald look, a black kurta-pyjama, and dark sunglasses.
- The Role: Reports suggest Akshay will share a hilarious “Tom & Jerry” style rivalry with Ajay Devgn. This marks the first time these two superstars will face off in a full-fledged comedy film.
2. The Reunion: Sharman Joshi is Back!
For the first time since the original Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), Sharman Joshi (the original Laxman) is returning to the franchise. Fans have been asking for this reunion for nearly two decades, and the “OG squad” is finally complete again.
Shooting Starts: Watch Now!
The madness is back! Golmaal 5 shoot starts with #AjayDevgn, #AkshayKumar as the ultimate villain & the full iconic gang!
Get ready for non-stop laughter in 2027 #Golmaal5#Golmaal5 #AjayDevgn #AkshayKumar
— Abhijit (@adians_singham) March 14, 2026
3. Golmaal 5 Cast
| Actor | Character Status |
| Ajay Devgn | The Leader (Gopal) |
| Akshay Kumar | New Addition (The Rival) |
| Sharman Joshi | The Returning Legend (Laxman #1) |
| Arshad Warsi | Madhav |
| Tusshar Kapoor | Lucky |
| Kunal Kemmu | Laxman #2 |
| Shreyas Talpade | Laxman #3 |
| Priya Mani | New Lead Actress (Reported) |
5. Shooting & Release Date Updates
- Current Status: Shooting officially began on March 14, 2026, in Mumbai.
- Production: Rohit Shetty returned to the sets under heavy security following a recent shooting incident at his residence.
- Release Date: While an official date hasn’t been locked, the Golmaal 5 is expected to hit theaters in late 2026 or early 2027, potentially aiming for a festive Diwali release.
Conclusion
With the combined power of Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, plus the return of the original Laxman, Golmaal 5 is already being called the biggest comedy “blockbuster loading” of the decade. The chemistry between the six lead actors in the announcement video shows that the “logic nahi, sirf magic” vibe is very much alive.
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