Sunny Deol to Play Hanuman in High-Octane Mythological Musical

Bollywood action star Sunny Deol is all set to make waves again after the success of Gadar: The Katha Continues. Reports suggest he is the top choice to play Lord Hanuman in a brand-new musical film produced by Namit Malhotra of Double Negative. The project is described as a “mythological-pop opera with thunderous action,” promising epic songs, breathtaking stunts, aerial combat, flaming-torch choreography, and a 12-minute battle hymn. Insiders say the film could become the next major installment in the Ramayan Universe (R-Verse), giving Hanuman his own spectacular stage.

Sources reveal the production will feature interconnected storylines similar to the Avengers franchise, with recurring characters and crossovers. “Hanuman is their Hulk — unstoppable, beloved, and built for spectacle,” a source said. Sunny Deol, who is also part of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, has expressed excitement on Instagram, calling it an honor to bring this legendary character to life and share it with audiences worldwide.

Alongside this project, Sunny Deol has a busy lineup including Border 2 (January 2026), Gabru (March 2026), Lahore, 1947, Soorya, Baap, Jaat 2, and Coal King. Ramayana – Part I is slated for a global release during Diwali 2026, followed by Part II in Diwali 2027, marking a significant expansion of the mythological cinematic universe with Sunny Deol at its center.