Salman Khan is currently busy with his upcoming action film directed by Vamsi Paidipally, which also stars Nayanthara in the lead role. While the project has been officially announced earlier, its release timeline is still unclear, and even Salman has stated that final details are yet to be confirmed.

Meanwhile, fresh buzz has emerged about another major collaboration in Salman Khan’s career.

Salman Khan’s Period Film with Excel Entertainment

Reports suggest that Salman Khan may soon collaborate with Excel Entertainment, marking his first project with filmmaker Farhan Akhtar’s production house for a large-scale period drama.

The biggest update now is about the film’s director.

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Likely to Direct

According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, National Award-winning filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra is likely to direct Salman Khan’s upcoming period film.

The project is expected to be a big-budget production, and Salman Khan is reportedly in advanced discussions with Excel Entertainment regarding the film’s script, scheduling, and remuneration.

If finalized, the film would bring together Salman Khan’s mass appeal with Mehra’s strong storytelling style, known for films like Rang De Basanti and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.

Film Not Yet Officially Signed

Despite strong speculation, the report clarifies that Salman Khan has not officially signed the project yet. Discussions are still ongoing, and final confirmation will depend on the resolution of key production details.

Possible Timeline

Salman Khan is currently committed to multiple projects, including a superhero comedy film directed by Raj & DK after completing his ongoing work.

If everything proceeds as planned, the period film with Excel Entertainment may begin production around 2027, after his current commitments are completed.

Conclusion

While the collaboration has not been officially locked yet, the possibility of Salman Khan teaming up with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has already generated strong excitement among fans. An official announcement is expected once all negotiations are finalized.