Aamir Khan confirms superhero film with Lokesh Kanagaraj: 'Will start shoot next year'

Aamir Khan has confirmed his collaboration with Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a 'big-scale superhero action film'. Lokesh is known for helming stylised actioners like Kaithi (2019), Master (2021) and Vikram (2022). The actor will also be doing a cameo in Lokesh's Coolie, headlined by Rajinikanth.

During a conversation with the media on Thursday, Aamir opened up about his upcoming projects. Speaking about his film with Lokesh, Aamir said, "Lokesh and I are doing a film together which is a superhero movie. It is a high-scale action film which is set to go on floors in the second half of 2026. I cannot reveal more."

The actor also cleared the air around the sequel of PK (2014), saying, "It is a rumour. I am hearing about it for the first time." He also confirmed working with Rajkumar Hirani for a Dadasaheb Phalke biopic.

Meanwhile, Aamir will be seen next in RS Prasanna's comedy-drama Sitaare Zameen Par, which is an official remake of the Spanish film, Champions (2018). It is set to be released in theatres on June 20.