Kartik Aaryan has two major releases lined up, both carrying strong mass appeal. One of them is Naagzilla, a comic caper that features the actor as a shape shifting naag. The film was announced last year and was initially slated for an August 14 release to capitalise on the Independence Day weekend. However, the release plans are now being reconsidered.
Explaining the delay, a source told Bollywood Hungama, “Naagzilla’s shoot is still going on and is expected to be wrapped up in a few months. Moreover, this is a film with heavy VFX. As a result, the post production is going to take a lot of time. The makers of the film and lead actor Kartik Aaryan are very clear that they don’t want to rush through the process. They are aware that they have a special film in hand and want to nurture and fine tune it properly before presenting it to the audience.” The source further added, “The makers of Naagzilla are looking for a new date and once it is locked, it will be officially announced.”
Naagzilla is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and backed by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films. The film marks the first collaboration between Kartik Aaryan and Mahaveer Jain, as well as Mahaveer Jain and Karan Johar. It is also Kartik and Karan Johar’s second project together after Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri.
Meanwhile, the trade is closely tracking Kartik Aaryan’s 2026 slate. A trade expert said, “Kartik Aaryan’s other release in 2026 is Anurag Basu’s untitled musical, co starring Sreeleela. That film’s release date is also yet to be announced. Both the musical love story and Naagzilla are important titles for 2026, and there’s genuine anticipation and curiosity around their release plans. Hopefully, the dates will be announced soon.” The expert further noted, “Naagzilla was the only film that had blocked the August 14 slot. If it eventually vacates this lucrative Independence Day window, it’ll be interesting to see which film steps in to claim it.”
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