After years of dominating the big screen with his explosive Cop Universe films, Rohit Shetty seems to be taking a temporary break from Singham, Simmba, and Sooryavanshi. His next major project won’t involve flashing sirens or khaki uniforms — instead, he’s returning to his madcap comedy roots with Ajay Devgn for the much-awaited ‘Golmaal 5’.

Cop Universe Takes a Backseat

The last installment of the Cop Universe, Singham Again (2024), underperformed compared to expectations. Since then:

• Rohit Shetty has shifted focus to a biopic on Rakesh Maria starring John Abraham, currently in post-production.

• With no new Cop Universe film confirmed for release until at least late 2027, the genre is entering a 2+ year pause.

What’s Next: ‘Golmaal 5’ Takes Center Stage

According to a Pinkvilla report:

• ‘Golmaal 5’ will go on floors in early 2026 — most likely February or March.

• Currently, the screenplay is under development, with new writers contributing fresh ideas to keep the comedy franchise relevant and hilarious.

• Pre-production is already underway, and Rohit will dive fully into it once he wraps up editing the Rakesh Maria biopic by end of 2025.

Target Release: 2027

If everything goes as planned:

• Shooting begins: Early 2026

• Production wrap: Late 2026

• Release date: Sometime in 2027 — likely aiming for a Diwali or summer holiday window, traditional for big entertainers.

Why This Shift Matters

• It marks Rohit Shetty’s first major non-cop theatrical release since Cirkus (2022).

• After a streak of action-packed dramas, audiences are eager to see the return of the classic ‘Golmaal’ chaos, with Ajay Devgn and gang.

• Meanwhile, plans for Simmba 2, Sooryavanshi 2, and the new Satya-Shakti Shetty characters are still in the pipeline, but delayed until after Golmaal 5.