Ajay Devgn’s upcoming action-adventure film Ranger has officially been postponed and will now release in 2027. The film was earlier scheduled to arrive in cinemas on December 4, 2026, but the makers have decided to move it to next year.
According to the latest update, Ranger is expected to release after Eid in March 2027, with the makers considering a summer theatrical window. The film’s jungle-adventure setting is considered suitable for the school and college holiday period.
The postponement also means that Ranger will no longer clash with Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan’s upcoming comedy directed by Anees Bazmee.
Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan’s Film Gets December 4 Slot
With Ranger moving out of the December 4 release date, the slot will now feature Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan’s untitled comic caper.
The film, directed by Anees Bazmee, also stars Raashii Khanna and is scheduled to release in theatres on December 4, 2026.
The project marks another collaboration between Akshay Kumar and Anees Bazmee and has generated attention because of its ensemble cast and comedy-driven storyline.
The December release calendar is already crowded, with several major Hindi and South Indian films scheduled around the same period.
Ranger Stars Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt and Tamannaah Bhatia
Ranger features Ajay Devgn in the lead role alongside Sanjay Dutt and Tamannaah Bhatia.
The film is directed by Jagan Shakti and produced by Luv Ranjan. It is being described as an action-adventure set against the backdrop of the jungle and wildlife.
According to earlier reports, Ajay Devgn plays a forest officer who is determined to protect tigers. His mission becomes increasingly difficult because of an inefficient team, corrupt superiors and a dangerous gang of poachers led by Sanjay Dutt’s character.
Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt Share the Screen in an Action Film
One of the major attractions of Ranger is the pairing of Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt. Although the two actors have worked together several times over the years, the film marks their first reported collaboration in a full-fledged action project.
Producer Luv Ranjan had previously highlighted the unusual nature of their pairing in an action film, calling it an exciting aspect of the project.
The presence of Tamannaah Bhatia further adds to the film’s ensemble cast.
Ranger’s Story Revolves Around a Forest Officer
While complete plot details remain under wraps, earlier reports have provided some information about Ajay Devgn’s character.
The actor is reportedly playing a forest officer who is committed to protecting tigers and combating wildlife poaching. His mission puts him against a powerful gang operating in the jungle.
The story is expected to combine action and adventure with a wildlife conservation backdrop, giving Ranger a setting that differentiates it from conventional urban action films.
The jungle environment is also one of the reasons the makers are considering a summer release in 2027.
Filming Has Progressed Significantly
Production on Ranger has already progressed considerably. Earlier reports indicated that the film’s climax was shot in Mumbai, while the makers were also planning a special dance number featuring Ajay Devgn and Tamannaah Bhatia.
The team is continuing work on the remaining production and post-production requirements before finalising the new theatrical release date.
The postponement to 2027 therefore gives the makers additional time to complete the project and prepare it for a suitable release window.
Why Ranger Was Moved From December 2026
The makers have not publicly provided an extensive explanation for the postponement. However, the film’s new release strategy places it after Eid in 2027 and potentially during the summer holiday period.
Moving Ranger away from December also removes its direct competition with Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan’s Anees Bazmee comedy.
The December 2026 schedule remains packed, with Prabhas’ Fauzi also expected around the same period, while Eetha is scheduled for December 4.
Ajay Devgn Will Have Two Releases in 2026
The postponement means Ajay Devgn will have two theatrical releases in 2026. The actor is set to return with Dhamaal 4, which has already released, followed by Drishyam: The Conclusion, scheduled to arrive in cinemas on October 2.
His next major release after these projects will now be Ranger, which has moved into the 2027 calendar.
The actor has several other projects in development, making the next few years particularly busy for his film career.
Ranger Targets a New Release Window
With Ranger now shifted to 2027, fans will have to wait longer to see Ajay Devgn in the jungle-based action adventure. The film brings together Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt in a new action setting and also features Tamannaah Bhatia.
The makers are expected to announce the exact release date closer to the theatrical launch.
For now, Ranger has officially moved out of the December 4, 2026 slot, while Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan’s upcoming Anees Bazmee comedy will take that date. The shift has reshaped the December release calendar and sets up Ranger for a new theatrical journey in 2027.
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