The ‘Golmaal’ series is making its way back to cinemas after a long break. Rohit Shetty has confirmed that work is underway on the fifth film in the comedy franchise and has also announced its release date.
Ajay Devgn will once again be at the centre of the film, alongside Arshad Warsi, Kunal Kemmu, Sharman Joshi, Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor. The new film will also bring Akshay Kumar into the franchise for the first time.
What’s the Golmaal 5 Release Day?
The release plans were made public by Rohit Shetty on Saturday through social media. ‘Golmaal 5’ is scheduled to arrive in theatres on January 8, 2027. Shetty shared a teaser with the announcement, giving audiences an early indication of the kind of comic disorder they can expect from the latest instalment.
Golmaal 5 Production Started in Ooty
Work on the fifth film started earlier this year, with the production team heading to Ooty for its first schedule in April 2026. A video released by the makers showed members of the cast arriving at the hill station as filming got underway.
It also marked the reunion of several actors who have been associated with the series over the years. By August, reports suggested that the film had completed its dialogue-heavy portions. The production still has two songs to shoot, including the track that carries the film’s title.
Golmaal Franchise Turns 20 With Its Fifth Film
Twenty years have passed since audiences first met the characters of ‘Golmaal’. The franchise began with ‘Golmaal: Fun Unlimited’ in 2006. Rohit Shetty followed it with ‘Golmaal Returns’ in 2008 and ‘Golmaal 3’ in 2010. The fourth film, ‘Golmaal Again’, came seven years later in 2017. Now the series is returning with a fifth instalment as it reaches its 20-year mark.
Meet the Cast of Golmaal 5
The new film will reunite several actors who have become closely linked with the series. Ajay Devgn will once again play Gopal. Arshad Warsi will return as Madhav, while Tusshar Kapoor will step back into the role of Lucky. Kunal Kemmu will play Laxman again, and Shreyas Talpade will also reprise his character.
Sharman Joshi is another familiar face in the cast. He appeared in the original film as Laxman. That was his only appearance in the series before ‘Golmaal 5’. The character was later played by Kunal Kemmu in the subsequent films.
There will also be a new face among the main players. Akshay Kumar is joining the franchise for the first time. Shetty revealed the news on Kumar’s birthday in March 2026. The filmmakers have kept his role under wraps so far. Variety India has claimed that Kumar may play an antagonist, but the makers have not officially confirmed this.
The fifth film serves two purposes. It continues a comedy series that began in 2006, and it arrives during the franchise’s 20th anniversary year. The long gap between films has ended, and several of its original faces are now returning for another chapter.
Conclusion
Rohit Shetty is reuniting one of Bollywood’s most recognizable comedy gang for ‘Golmaal 5′ and this time, the gang is getting an extra boost of star power. The franchise is back with Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Kunal Kemmu, Sharman Joshi, Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor. Additionally, Akshay Kumar is also joining the madness for the first time.
The movie will release in theaters on January 8, 2027, and will be a nostalgic return as the franchise marks 20 years since ‘Golmaal: Fun Unlimited’. It will be interesting to see if the new installment will be as charming as the previous ones. One thing is for sure now, Gopal, Madhav, Lucky and the gang are back and trouble is likely to be at their door.
FAQs
1. When is ‘Golmaal 5’ releasing?
‘Golmaal 5′ will hit theatres on January 8, 2027. Rohit Shetty shared the news of the release date on social media and a teaser too, letting fans know about the comic chaos that is to come. The franchise is finally making a comeback to cinemas after a long time.
2. Who is in the cast of ‘Golmaal 5’?
The movie shows some of the familiar faces like Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Kunal Kemmu, Sharman Joshi, Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor. Akshay Kumar is also making his debut in the franchise.
3. Is Akshay Kumar playing the villain in ‘Golmaal 5’?
Akshay Kumar is making his debut in the ‘Golmaal’ franchise, but his character is still under the wraps. Some reports have suggested that he may play an antagonist, but the filmmakers have not confirmed this. So, for now, it’s still in the rumour department whether Kumar will bring trouble to the gang.
4. How old is the ‘Golmaal’ franchise?
The ‘Golmaal’ series started in 2006 with ‘Golmaal: Fun Unlimited’. It was followed by ‘Golmaal Returns’ in 2008, ‘Golmaal 3′ in 2010 and ‘Golmaal Again’ in 2017. With ‘Golmaal 5′ coming in 2027, the franchise will be marking its 20th anniversary.
