Salman Khan can play the character of Karna: Report claims – The actor can be seen in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s period film
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Salman Khan can now be seen in a big budget period film. Salman Khan can be seen playing the role of Karna, the main character of Mahabharata in the film. According to the report of Bollywood Hungama, this film will be directed by National Award winning director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, while it will be produced by Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment. According to the report, Salman Khan heard the script of the film and immediately agreed to it. Salman Khan will make a big change in his look for this role. The film is being said to be an important project of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Excel Entertainment and Salman Khan. However, no official announcement has been made yet regarding the film. Salman Khan’s next theatrical release will be ‘Mathrubhoomi: May War Rest in Peace’. Chitrangada Singh will be seen with him in this film directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The film may be released in theaters on 14 August 2026. The film has been postponed several times before its release. Along with this, Salman Khan is shooting for ‘SVC63’ these days. Directed by Vamshi Pedipalli, this action film is being produced by Dil Raju’s Sri Venkateswara Creations. Nayanthara will share the screen with Salman Khan for the first time in the film. The film will be released on Eid 2027 and its shooting may be completed by August or September 2026. Salman will be seen in a superhero film for the first time. According to the report, Salman Khan is also going to work in the superhero genre for the first time. This superhero comedy film will be directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, known for series like ‘The Family Man’ and ‘Farzie’. Atul Agnihotri will produce the film, while Mythri Movie Makers is said to be on board as a studio partner. The report claims that if everything goes as per plan, Salman Khan may start shooting for Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s period film in the summer of 2027 after completing Raj & DK’s superhero film.
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