Ajay Devgn’s Action Thriller ‘Chauhaan’ Unveiled for October 2027 Release

Bollywood star Ajay Devgn will headline “Chauhaan,” an action-entertainment film directed by Neeraj Yadav. The project is presented by Jio Studios and produced in association with Colour Yellow Productions. A theatrical worldwide release is scheduled for 1 October 2027.

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The first-look teaser was released on the birth anniversary of Devgn’s late father, veteran stunt choreographer Veeru Devgan. The announcement frames the film as a tribute to Veeru Devgan’s contribution to Indian action cinema and underscores Devgn’s three-decade career that began with “Phool Aur Kaante” (1991) and includes franchises such as “Singham,” “Golmaal,” and the “Drishyam” series.

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The film is directed by Neeraj Yadav. Production is overseen by Jyoti Deshpande, Aanand L. Rai, and Himanshu Sharma. Jio Studios, the content arm of Reliance Industries, serves as presenter and co-producer, while Colour Yellow Productions—founded by Rai and known for “Tanu Weds Manu” and “Raanjhanaa”—co-produces.

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• Announcement: Thursday, on Veeru Devgan’s birth anniversary (date not specified).

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• Teaser launch: Simultaneous with the announcement, featuring a scene set in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, and the song “Jumma Chumma De De.”

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• Release: 1 October 2027 (global theatrical).

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Ajay Devgn has appeared in over 100 films. The teaser shows Devgn in a skull bandana confronting protestors. Reported cast members include Tabu, Shriya Saran, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Prakash Raj. The screenplay is written by Himanshu Sharma, a frequent collaborator with Rai.

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“Chauhaan” marks Devgn’s first collaboration with filmmaker Aanand L. Rai, expanding both artists’ commercial portfolios. Jio Studios’ involvement reflects its growing influence as a financier of high-budget Indian cinema, following successes such as “Dhurandhar.” The project also reinforces Colour Yellow’s reputation for pairing star power with mass-appeal narratives.

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Jio Studios and Colour Yellow described the film as an “action entertainer built for the big screen.” The producers highlighted the tribute to Veeru Devgan, noting that the project aims to honor his legacy while delivering a “gritty and action-packed world” for audiences.

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• “Pathaanon se kehna, Chauhaan aa raha hai.” — Film tagline, teaser video

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• “On the late Veeru Devgan Ji’s birth anniversary, we are bringing back our OG action star, Ajay Devgn, in an action entertainer built for the big screen.” — Official social-media post by Jio Studios/Colour Yellow

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• “OG Action Hero Back.” — Fan comment on social media following the teaser release

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All sources concur on the release date, production team, and tribute framing; no contradictory information has been identified.

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The film will enter production ahead of its 2027 release. Devgn’s upcoming slate also includes “Drishyam 3” (set for 2 October 2027) and other franchise entries such as “Dhamaal 4” and “Golmaal 5.”

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