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Ayan Mukerji Exits Dhoom 4 to Pursue Deeper Stories

10/21/2025

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Ayan Mukerji (director) will not direct Dhoom 4 after concerns about War 2.
He stated in a private meeting with Aditya Chopra (head of Yash Raj Films) that he desires deeper storytelling and emotional resonance.
He plans to focus on his own projects, notably Brahmastra 2, set to begin production in 2026.
Yash Raj Films is seeking a new director for Dhoom 4, which will star Ranbir Kapoor.

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Story summary

Ayan Mukerji (director) will not direct Dhoom 4 after concerns about War 2.
He stated in a private meeting with Aditya Chopra (head of Yash Raj Films) that he desires deeper storytelling and emotional resonance.
He plans to focus on his own projects, notably Brahmastra 2, set to begin production in 2026.
Yash Raj Films is seeking a new director for Dhoom 4, which will star Ranbir Kapoor.