Dhamaal 4: The Original Gang is Back! Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi Set to Unleash a Laugh Riot

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January 17, 2026 at 2:13 PM IST
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Dhamaal 4: The Original Gang is Back! Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Arshad Warsi Set to Unleash a Laugh Riot

Get ready for another dose of madness and mayhem as the much-loved comedy franchise, Dhamaal, is officially returning with its fourth installment. The makers have locked in a festive release, with the film slated to hit theatres on June 12, 2026. Directed by the veteran of comedy, Indra Kumar, the film brings back the core cast that has become synonymous with the franchise's chaotic charm, along with some exciting new additions.

The upcoming film will see the reunion of Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi, a group celebrated for their impeccable comic timing. Joining this powerhouse ensemble are Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar, and Ravi Kishan, promising a fresh wave of energy and humor to the beloved series. The announcement has already created a significant buzz, with fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this laughter-filled saga.

 

The Dhamaal franchise has a proven track record of success at the box office, growing its audience with each installment. The journey began in 2007 with Dhamaal, a sleeper hit that earned approximately ₹51.3 crores worldwide and was lauded for its unique no-heroine, non-stop comedy format.The sequel, Double Dhamaal (2011), upped the ante and the collections, raking in around ₹71 crores globally.However, it was the third film, Total Dhamaal (2019), that catapulted the franchise into a different league. With the addition of Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit to the cast, the film was a massive commercial success, garnering an impressive worldwide collection of about ₹232.18 crores and being declared a super hit.

Given the consistent box office growth and the enduring popularity of its characters, the expectations for Dhamaal 4 are sky-high. With Indra Kumar back in the director's chair and a blend of familiar and new faces, the film is poised to be a major comedic event, promising to continue the legacy of laughter and entertainment that has defined the franchise.

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