Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor is celebrating his 42nd birthday on Saturday, and fans are buzzing with excitement over news of his next major project. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Ranbir Kapoor is in talks to star in Dhoom 4, the latest installment of one of Bollywood’s biggest franchises. This exciting development also marks a significant milestone in the actor’s career, as Dhoom 4 will be his 25th film.
Ranbir Kapoor to Lead Dhoom 4
The report reveals that Dhoom 4 will be a reboot of the blockbuster Dhoom series, currently under development by YRF’s Aditya Chopra. A source close to the production shared, “The discussions with Ranbir have been going on for the longest time. He had always shown interest in being part of Dhoom 4 after hearing the basic idea, and is now finally confirmed to lead the franchise. Adi Chopra feels that Ranbir is the ideal choice to carry forward the Dhoom legacy.”
The Dhoom franchise, known for its high-octane action and star-studded cast, has seen the likes of Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, and Aamir Khan take on major roles in previous films.
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However, in Dhoom 4, none of the previous actors will be returning. Instead, the movie will introduce “two big heroes from the younger generation” who will step into the iconic roles of the cop duo. The source added, “Now that the core story-board is locked, the team will proceed to the casting stage. Dhoom 4 will not just be the biggest Dhoom film, but also a tentpole feature of global standard from Indian Cinema.”
Ranbir Kapoor’s Career Milestone: 25th Film
Dhoom 4 is set to be a major milestone in Ranbir Kapoor’s career, marking his 25th film. Known for his versatility and dynamic performances, Kapoor continues to captivate audiences with every role. His most recent film, Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, was a blockbuster hit, further solidifying his standing as one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars.
In addition to Dhoom 4, Ranbir Kapoor has several exciting projects lined up. He will soon be seen in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, and is also set to star in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War, alongside Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Moreover, the sequel to Animal Park is also in the works, adding to the anticipation surrounding Kapoor’s upcoming films.
A Look Back at the Dhoom Franchise
The last of the Dhoom series, Dhoom 3, was released in 2013 and featured Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif, Abhishek Bachchan, and Uday Chopra.
The film was a massive success at the box office, cementing the franchise as one of Bollywood’s most popular. Fans have eagerly awaited news of Dhoom 4, and with Ranbir Kapoor now leading the reboot, expectations are sky-high.
With Dhoom 4 expected to go on floors by the end of 2025 or early 2026, fans are already counting down the days until they see Kapoor take the Dhoom legacy to new heights.
