Salman Khan is reportedly set to collaborate with Telugu director Vamsi Paidipally for an upcoming film, with expectations pointing towards a March 2026 commencement for shooting. This project marks a significant development for both Khan and Paidipally, potentially offering a fresh direction for their respective careers.

Vamsi Paidipally, known for directing successful Telugu films such as "Maharshi" and "Varisu", has been seeking an opportunity to direct a Bollywood film for the past two years. He had previously approached Aamir Khan with a script, but the project did not materialize. This collaboration with Salman Khan represents a significant step for Paidipally in establishing himself in the Hindi film industry.

For Salman Khan, this film is particularly crucial. While he has delivered hits like "Dabangg 3" and "Tiger 3", several of his recent films have not performed well at the box office. His film "Sikandar," directed by AR Murugadoss, was also considered a disappointment. Teaming up with Vamsi Paidipally is seen as an opportunity for Khan to regain his box office dominance and showcase a new side of his acting.

The film is likely to be produced by Mythri Movie Makers. According to reports, Salman Khan has agreed to unite with Dil Raju for this project. It's also been mentioned that Dil Raju had previously paid Salman Khan for a potential collaboration. Instead of taking a large upfront payment, Khan will reportedly share in the film's profits, indicating his confidence in the project.

While details about the film's genre and plot are still under wraps, some reports suggest it will be a family action drama. Vamsi Paidipally will need to create a script that complements Salman Khan's star power while also presenting him in a new and engaging way. An official announcement regarding the film is expected once all the details are finalized.

In the meantime, Salman Khan is currently involved in "Battle of Galwan," a war film directed by Apoorva Lakhia, scheduled for release on April 17, 2026. Besides this project with Salman Khan, Dil Raju is reportedly planning a Hindi remake of his Telugu film "Sankranthiki Vastunnam", demonstrating his ambition to expand further into the Hindi film industry.