Salman Khan has chosen his leading lady for his next action film. Nayanthara, known as Lady Superstar for her South Indian films, will star opposite him for the first time. The film will be directed by Vamshi Paidipally and produced by Dil Raju under Sri Venkateswara Creations.
This is the first time Salman will work with both Vamshi Paidipally and Dil Raju, who have earlier made five hit films together.
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Filmmakers welcome Nayanthara
Vamshi Paidipally took to his X account and wrote, “Happy to welcome #NAYANTHARA on board #SalmanKhanVamshiPaidipallyFilm. Always admired her for the grace, strength and the dignity that she always carries. Super Excited for what we are about to create.”
According to Sri Venkateswara Creations’ post, “The Queen Arrives. The epitome of versatility and excellence #NAYANTHARA joins #SalmanKhanVamshiPaidipallyFilm. It’s an honour to have You on board for something truly special that’s underway.”
Happy to Welcome #NAYANTHARA on board #SalmanKhanVamshiPaidipallyFilm.
— Vamshi Paidipally (@directorvamshi) March 31, 2026
Always admired Her for the Grace, Strength and the Dignity that She always carries.
Super Excited for what we are about to create.. 😊😊#DilRaju #Shirish
@svc_offical @kuldeeprathor9 #RafiKazi… pic.twitter.com/j8HrUONiu5
About the film and makers
The film is an upcoming action drama, and shooting is all set to start next month. More information about the story and other cast members will be shared soon. Fans are excited about the first-time collaboration of Salman Khan with Vamshi Paidipally and Dil Raju.
About Nayanthara
Nayanthara has been a top star for more than 20 years, working in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi films. She made her Hindi film debut in 2023 with Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. Recently, she appeared in the Telugu film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu and will next be seen in Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups.
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With Nayanthara joining Salman Khan, fans are excited to see this first-time pairing. The film is expected to be a big action drama with a strong cast and experienced production team.
