Salman Khan To Play Karna

. Film may start in mid 2027. Source says Salman Khan wants big projects that match his larger than life image now.

News reports mention Salman Khan will do full body transformation for Karna role. Reports add training and new look are part of prep. This marks his first team up with Mehra and Excel Entertainment. Earlier names like Suriya were linked but nothing finalised. Project is called a passion project for all. Reports say Salman Khan has busy schedule before Karna film. News says Maatrubhumi May War Rest in Peace may release on August 14 2026. He is also shooting SVC63 with Nayanthara, an action film for Eid 2027. Reports add a Raj and DK superhero comedy is also in development now.

Reports note Karna film shifts Salman Khan into myth genre for first time. News adds Karna story is about courage, loyalty and struggle, giving strong scope for acting. If deal goes through, movie will be high scale epic. Fans wait for official announcement and first look of Salman Khan as Karna.