Welcome to the Jungle release date locked as Akshay Kumar returns with mega cast

Welcome to the Jungle release date and cast: The Welcome franchise is gearing up for a big-screen comeback. The makers have officially locked the release date of Welcome to the Jungle, which is set to arrive in cinemas on June 26.

Positioned as a summer entertainer, the film brings back the chaotic humour the series is known for, this time on a much larger scale.

Welcome to the Jungle locks release date

Leading the madness are Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty, who reunite after years for the franchise’s next chapter. The announcement has generated strong buzz, especially because of the film’s unusually massive ensemble cast.

Welcome to the Jungle locks release date

Welcome to the Jungle locks release date

Earlier, Akshay gave fans a festive surprise by sharing a Christmas video message on Instagram. Wishing viewers a Merry Christmas “from the giant cast of Welcome to the Jungle,” he offered a glimpse into the scale of the film. The clip showcased a long line-up of actors and teased the film’s high-energy tone. It also revealed Akshay in dual looks, one featuring long grey hair and a beard, and the other in a sharp, action-ready avatar.

 

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The video also featured a festive version of the iconic Welcome theme, as characters walked towards each other in a playful standoff. The throwback music, paired with the expanded cast, instantly struck a nostalgic chord with fans of the franchise.

Welcome to the Jungle cast

Alongside Akshay and Suniel, the film boasts an extensive cast that includes Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Aftab Shivdasani, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Daler Mehndi and Farida Jalal, among many others.