Get ready for another hilarious ride with Golmaal 5, the fifth installment of India’s beloved comedy franchise! This hugely anticipated Hindi film directed by Rohit Shetty starring Ajay Devgn and some wholesome madness by the entire crew is finally here! Slated to have a release date in late 2025 or early 2026, Golmaal 5 brings the crazy group together for a brand new harebrained adventure filled with elements of a madcap comedy and a celebration of togetherness. In this detailed guide, you’ll find all information of Golmaal 5—story, cast, production updates, music, release, etc.
Plot
Golmaal 5 follows the same franchise pattern of fun and craziness that surrounds a gang of five friends, who end up in a series of chaotic trouble spree. Although the the full plot is being kept under wraps to leave some surprises for the viewers, the amusing story of Golmaal Again is one of how the ‘gang’ including Ajay Devgn, are caught up in a strange situation.
Star Cast: The Heart of Golmaal 5
Golmaal 5 boasts a stellar ensemble cast, bringing back familiar faces and possibly introducing new ones. Here’s the confirmed and expected lineup:
- Ajay Devgn: Franchise’s backbone, known for his deadpan humour and playing the smarty Gopal/the lead characters.
- Arshad Warsi: Reprises his role of Madhav with his evergreen comic timing and cheeky remarks.
- Tusshar Kapoor: Return as the adorable Lucky, the mute whose antics speak volumes and have his fans screaming for more.
- Kunal Kemmu: Likely reprising his role as Laxman, adding charm and mischief to the group.
- Shreyas Talpade: Expected to return as Laxman (the second), known for his hilarious chemistry with the gang.
- Kareena Kapoor Khan: Strongly rumored to return, possibly as a key female lead, bringing her vibrant energy.
- Tabu: Could return with her Golmaal Again character and bring a dash of humour and seriousness with her.
- Johnny Lever: A Franchise regular, there only to provide Great Comic relief comedy.
- Supporting Cast: Sanjay Mishra, Vrajesh Hirjee, Mukesh Tiwari, Parineeti Chopra may return or any other actor from earlier films.
The chemistry of the ensemble, refined in four movies, is a big draw, the fans desperate for the gang’s a-manic antics.
Background: Crew and Production Details
Golmaal 5 is a high-voltage ride led by Rohit:
- Director: Rohit Shetty — The man behind the populist franchise who has a reputation of spicing up lighthearted fun with diegetic spectacles.
- Producers: Rohit Shetty (Rohit Shetty Productions) and Sangeeta Ahir (Mangal Murti Films), among others.
- Scribes: The screenplay is being worked by a new team of writers, and is anticipated to be completed by September 2025. Conversations and rewrites continue to make sure those sharp chortles hit their mark.
- Music: Boasts to have different music composers, Like all Golmaal film had in the past (E.g, S. Thaman, Amaal Mallik for Golmaal Again). The score would be attempting to do catchy/fun music to go with the comedy.
- Cinematography and Editing: Details are yet to be confirmed, but expect top-tier talent to match the franchise’s vibrant aesthetic.
- Production Update: The movie is in pre-production process and is expected to go on floor in February or March 2026 after Rohit Shetty finishes a biopic on Rakesh Maria. “The project is set up to be ‘bigger and better’ than the first and second,” with a bigger budget and grand, comedic set pieces.
The movie is being approached with fan expectations and the need to balance nostalgia and fresh humour.
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Music: The Sound of Golmaal 5
Music has always been a highlight of the Golmaal series, with tracks like Hum Nahi Sudhrenge and Itna Sannata Kyun Hai from Golmaal Again becoming fan favorites. Although song details of Golmaal 5 are yet to be released, you can bet on a variety of madcap numbers, and comic background music to give the film an additional comic dimension.
Music composers like Pritam or Amal Mallik may comprise the music team, hoping to serve hit albums that appeal to the masses. The film’s songs are anticipated to be written by well known writers namely Kumaar to offer relatable and funny tracks. Keep an eye out for teaser songs and the full album as it gets closer to being released.
- Release Date: Golmaal 5 is targeting a theatrical release in early 2026, with some reports suggesting a possible Christmas 2025 slot, though this seems unlikely due to ongoing pre-production. The most reliable timeline points to early 2027 if shooting starts in 2026.
- Trailer/Teaser: A teaser was released in November 2024 which featured Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu and Tusshar Kapoor created alot of buzz due to its comic tone. The complete trailer is for the release, likely to be the one with the gang fucking around.
- OTT Release: No OTT has been finalised but a post-theatrical digital release on Amazon Prime Video or Netflix is on the cards, considering its franchise trajectory.
- Box Office Expectations: The Golmaal series is Bollywood’s ninth-highest-grossing franchise, with Golmaal Again earning over ₹200 crore. It’s safe to assume that Golmaal 5 will be looking at the same numbers and with the return of Ajay Devgn in the lead outside of being a brand, one can expect the numbers to be ramped up a notch as they will also have his super-hit mission franchise backing it.
- Recent: Rohit confirms Golmaal 5 will be his next; will turn to light-hearted comedy after Singham Again (2024) Shreyas Talpade too seems to be looking forward to reuniting with the original crew.
Conclusion
Golmaal 5 is shaping up to be a laughter-packed addition to one of Bollywood’s most iconic comedy franchises. Given Rohit Shetty’s direction and Ajay Devgn’s stardom along with the gang, the film is expected to be an infinite laugh riot. With roller-coaster momentum effervescent through this senseless family comedy, Golmaal 5 is, predictably, a riot while retaining its core facets of the series, be it the madcap humour, touching friendships or the foot-tapping tunes. Scheduled for release in 2026, this comedy epic is a must-see for fans old and new.