Bollywood’s beloved comedy franchise is roaring back with Welcome To The Jungle, the third installment of the hit Welcome series. Announced by producers AA Nadiadwala and Star Studio18, in association with Cape of Good Films and Seeta Films, the film is scheduled to hit theatres on 26 June 2026. Fans of the franchise are already buzzing with anticipation for the star-studded jungle adventure-comedy.
Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film brings together an ensemble of over 20 actors, including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Aftab Shivdasani, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, and even Daler Mehndi. The sprawling cast promises a mix of laughter, chaos, and high-energy antics that have become the franchise’s hallmark.
The Welcome series has a proven box office legacy. The original 2007 release grossed ₹120 crore worldwide, while the 2015 sequel earned ₹168 crore. With Welcome To The Jungle, the makers aim to combine the comedic sensibilities of its predecessors with a jungle adventure backdrop, expanding the scope of its slapstick humor.
The film is produced by Base Industries Group and Seeta Films under Firoz Nadiadwala’s banner. Promotional images released alongside the announcement show the cast in full costume, striking playful poses on set with a clapperboard, signaling the film’s larger-than-life comedic scale.
While excitement is high for the return of fan-favourite actors and their iconic chemistry, some early discussions have raised questions about director Ahmed Khan’s ability to balance pure comedy, citing his action-film background. However, the franchise’s legacy and ensemble cast are expected to win over skeptics.
With a June 26 release date, Welcome To The Jungle is set to be one of the biggest Bollywood comedies of 2026. Audiences can look forward to laughter, adventure, and the signature chaos that has defined the Welcome franchise for nearly two decades.