Bobby Deol joins Ahaan Panday-Sharvari's action drama
What's the story
Actor Bobby Deol has been roped in for director Ali Abbas Zafar's upcoming action drama, reported Mid-Day. The yet-untitled film will star Ahaan Panday and Sharvari. Deol, who came on board only a week ago, is set to play an "authoritative" character pivotal to the story.
Character details
Not a conventional villain, says source
A trade source told Mid-Day, "It will be incorrect to call him the villain. His character is in an authoritative position in the film, but there is more than meets the eye." "As the story progresses, Bobby's character is shown having gray shades, which influences his dynamics with the hero."
Character development
How will Deol's character be different?
The source added, "Ali and producer Aditya Chopra were certain from the start that it can't be a menacing and an all-black role as Bobby has done such parts." "The director crafted a larger-than-life persona, keeping Bobby in mind, but at the same time, gave the character personal motivations and shades of gray." Zafar is set to begin the film's recce in England soon. The project is expected to go on floors in the first quarter of 2026.
Past roles
Deol's recent roles have been mostly negative
Interestingly, Deol has been seen in several negative roles in recent years, including Animal (2023), Aashram, and Kanguva (2024). He will also play the antagonist in Alpha, opposite Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, which will premiere in 2026. Up next, he will be seen in Vijay's Jana Nayagan, releasing on January 9, 2026.