With an exciting slate announcement by Amazon MGM Studios last week, the project that caught immediate attention was Hansal Mehta’s Dilkashi and its leading man, Abhay Verma. Featuring music by Oscar winner A. R. Rahman and directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery—a filmmaker whose work has been India’s official Oscars entry, the powerhouse collaboration has set the industry abuzz. The coming together of these creative forces promises a cinematic combination unlike any other, marking a major milestone for Indian cinema in 2026.

Abhay Verma begins shoot for Dilkashi

Abhay Verma, who delivered a remarkable debut that shattered expectations by crossing the Rs 100 crore mark, continues to prove he is a firecracker talent with no signs of slowing down. With four major releases already slated for this year, the recent announcement further cements his position as the leading man a new generation has been waiting for. The sheer momentum of his career, backed by an impressive box-office track record, makes it clear that 2026 could well belong to him.