The fans of Bollywood’s favorite superhero have been holding their collective breath for more than a decade, waiting to know if the masked hero, Krrish, is making a comeback. Now and then, there would be whispers of Krrish 4, sometimes gossip within the industry, sometimes fan speculations on social media. But confirmation always seemed to be within reach, but just out of sight. Finally, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has broken his silence and shared concrete updates on the much-anticipated film.
And the good news? The project is finally moving forward, the budget hurdles have been cleared, and Krrish 4 now has a target release year of 2027.
Budget Troubles Finally Resolved
The road to Krrish 4 has been anything but smooth. Rakesh Roshan, who has been the creative backbone of the franchise, candidly admitted that the film wasn’t stuck because of the story, but because of its sheer scale.
“The script didn’t take a lot of time,” he explained in an interview with Bollywood Hungama. “The pressure was the budgeting. Now that we have an idea of the definite budget required for this film, we’ll be starting the film.”
In simpler terms, the vision was always there, but executing a superhero spectacle at the level fans expect demanded serious financial planning. With the numbers now locked, the film is finally on track.
Hrithik Roshan Turns Director
One of the biggest revelations earlier this year was that Krrish 4 won’t just feature Hrithik Roshan as the face behind the mask; he’ll also be the one calling the shots as director.
Back in March, Rakesh Roshan had made a heartfelt announcement on Instagram that left fans both stunned and excited. “Duggu, 25 years ago I launched you as an actor, and today again after 25 years you are being launched as a director by two filmmakers, Aditya Chopra and myself, to take forward our most ambitious film, #Krrish4,” he wrote.
For Hrithik, it’s a full-circle moment stepping behind the camera for a franchise that has defined so much of his career. Yet, the actor hasn’t shied away from admitting that this new role scares him. At a recent event, he confessed, “I don’t know what to say, but I am afraid and nervous. I feel like I’m back in kindergarten. It seems I have to grow up in a whole different way all over again.”
That honesty struck a chord with fans. After all, watching one of Bollywood’s biggest stars openly talk about fear and vulnerability is rare, and it only adds to the curiosity of how Hrithik will handle his directorial debut.
When Does Krrish 4 Release?
The wait is still long, but at least there’s a timeline now. According to Rakesh Roshan, the film will begin shooting by mid-2026. The cause for the delay? Heavy pre-production.
As opposed to a typical Bollywood movie, a superhero film of this magnitude takes time to build the world, conceptualize VFX-heavy scenes, and ensure everything appears fluid on camera. “The work is going on in full swing. We are going to start shooting by the middle of next year,” Rakesh shared. “We plan to release it in 2027.”
Yes, it means fans will need patience. But considering the franchise’s track record, the wait might just be worth it.
A Quick Look Back at the Franchise
To truly understand the weight of Krrish 4, you have to rewind to where it all began.
• 2003: Koi… Mil Gaya—This feel-good film made us acquainted with Rohit Mehra, a youth with developmental issues, and an alien friend named Jadoo. It was a blend of science fiction, emotions, and naivety that charmed India’s heart.
• 2006: Krrish—The extraterrestrial legacy handed over to Rohit’s son Krishna, who gave birth to India’s first box-office superhero. With his cape and mask, Krrish wasn’t just cinema anymore; he was a cultural icon.
• 2013: Krrish 3—The third installment raised the stakes with smoother VFX, sinister villains, and a more streamlined emotional core. With a massive budget of ₹94 crore, it made ₹374 crore globally, showing India was primed to accept big-budget superhero movies.
Today, almost 12 years after that, Krrish 4 is poised to drive the franchise forward, this time with Hrithik at the helm.
Final Thoughts
Krrish 4 is not another sequel; it’s a movie event in the making. With double duty for Hrithik Roshan as actor and director, and Rakesh Roshan overseeing the vision, with the Jadoo and Krrish legacy behind it, the movie has all the makings of something very special.
Yes, 2027 seems an eternity away. But if anything is to be learned from history, the Krrish franchise has been a question of patience, passion, and payoff all along. And when the mask does return to the silver screen, it could perhaps redefine Indian superhero cinema.