In a move that reflects rare coordination in Bollywood, Ajay Devgn has decided to change the release date of his upcoming comedy film ‘Dhamaal 4’ to avoid clashing with Akshay Kumar’s ‘Welcome To The Jungle’. The decision is considered a positive step for both films, especially since they belong to the same family comedy genre and target a similar audience base.As reported by HT City, reports suggest that ‘Dhamaal 4’ was initially scheduled to hit theaters on July 4. However, after discussions between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, the release was moved to July 17. This gives “Welcome To The Jungle,” scheduled for release June 26, a clearer theatrical release without immediate competition from another broad-based comedy. This development reportedly came after the two actors mutually agreed that spacing out the releases would benefit the audiences and box office.Reports also indicated that the conversation between the two stars went smoothly due to their long friendship and understanding of the business side of cinema. Ajay and Akshay have been friends since they were mega stars. They both produce films as well as act and understand how important it is to give each film enough breathing room. That’s why the discussion went so smoothly, and they realized that the audience would need a gap between two comedies.
The insider also suggested that avoiding overcrowding at the box office could help both projects do better commercially.
‘Dhamaal 4’ and ‘Welcome To The Jungle’: Both films feature a large ensemble cast
Interestingly, both ‘Dhamaal 4’ and ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ have been filmed extensively by multi-starrer entertainers and are packed with comedy and family-friendly moments. With the cast and franchise value attached to both films, expectations are already high among fans. The decision to avoid a direct clash could ultimately help both projects maximize their theatrical potential.
Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar reunite for a filmGolmaal 5 ‘
Their upcoming collaboration in ‘Golmaal 5’ might be another reason behind the camaraderie between the actors. The two stars are reportedly set to share screen space in the much-awaited comedy franchise, further highlighting the cordial equation they continue to maintain in the industry. At a time when box office struggles often dominate headlines, the move was appreciated by the cast as an example of industry unity and smart release planning.
