Ajay Devgn to headline ‘Kill’ and ‘Deadlocked’ director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat’s next action drama, shoot to begin in 2027
Ajay Devgn is set to add another action-driven project to his upcoming slate. The actor will collaborate with filmmaker Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for a new action drama backed by Jio Studios. The project is currently being developed, with the makers planning to begin principal photography in the second half of 2027. The collaboration brings together one of Hindi cinema’s most established action stars and a filmmaker who has recently made a strong mark with his distinctive approach to the genre.Accordindg to Variety India, while details of the plot are being closely guarded, the project is expected to be mounted as an action drama featuring Devgn in the lead. An official announcement about the film is still awaited, and further details regarding the storyline, supporting cast and release plans are expected to be revealed later.
Another action project in Ajay Devgn’s lineup
Ajay Devgn has consistently moved between big-scale action entertainers and films that allow him to explore more dramatic characters. His latest association with Bhat adds another action-oriented title to a slate that continues to span multiple genres. The pairing is particularly interesting given Bhat’s reputation for staging intense and tightly choreographed action. His 2024 film ‘Kill’, featuring Lakshya and Raghav Juyal, received widespread attention for its raw and relentless action sequences and helped establish him as one of the notable contemporary filmmakers working in the genre.
Nikhil Nagesh Bhat’s Hollywood move
Before taking up the Ajay Devgn project, Bhat is set to make his Hollywood debut with the Jamie Foxx-led action thriller ‘Deadlocked’. The English-language film follows a grieving former U.S. Marine who is serving on jury duty when armed attackers take control of a courthouse. ‘Deadlocked’ comes after the international success of ‘Kill’, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and attracted audiences outside India. Hollywood subsequently acquired remake rights to the action thriller, further raising Bhat’s profile internationally.
Shooting planned for second half of 2027
The Ajay Devgn-led action drama is currently being prepared for production, with cameras expected to roll during the latter half of 2027. Bhat is expected to complete ‘Deadlocked’ before moving on to his collaboration with Devgn. With Devgn bringing his established action-star presence and Bhat coming off a critically acclaimed action film, the Jio Studios-backed project has already emerged as an interesting addition to the actor’s future lineup. More information about the film is expected once the makers make an official announcement.
