The highly anticipated Bollywood superhero film, Krrish 4, is reportedly facing a delay due to a disagreement over the budget between actor Hrithik Roshan, who is expected to make his directorial debut with the film, and producer Aditya Chopra. This disagreement has cast uncertainty over the future of one of India's most successful film franchises.
According to sources, Hrithik Roshan envisions Krrish 4 as a grand spectacle, aiming to match global superhero standards with a budget close to ₹500 crore. This substantial budget would accommodate the extensive visual effects, international action sequences, and advanced technology planned for the film. However, Aditya Chopra and Yash Raj Films reportedly believe the project can be executed effectively with a more controlled budget of around ₹350 crore.
The difference in opinion has led to multiple rounds of discussions, but both parties have yet to reach a consensus. Consequently, Krrish 4 has been temporarily put on hold. Sources indicate that the disagreement is purely financial and not due to creative differences.
The Krrish franchise holds a significant place in Indian cinema, with Hrithik Roshan's portrayal of the superhero being widely celebrated. The last installment in the series was released in 2013, and since then, audiences have eagerly awaited the return of Krrish for a fourth time.
In March 2025, Rakesh Roshan announced that Hrithik Roshan would be making his directorial debut with Krrish 4. In September 2025, Rakesh Roshan said that the pre-production stage and shooting would begin in mid 2026, with the aim for a 2027 release. The budget disagreements have now jeopardized the previously anticipated 2026 start date, potentially pushing the release to 2027 or later.
While the future of Krrish 4 hangs in the balance, Hrithik Roshan is reportedly exploring options, including collaborating with another studio. He is also said to be reworking the script to align with potential budget restrictions. It remains to be seen whether Hrithik Roshan and Aditya Chopra will find common ground or if the film will move forward under different circumstances. Fans are eager to see if Hrithik will eventually settle for a lower budget or if Aditya Chopra will give in to the superstar's grand vision for the fourth installment of this iconic franchise.