Akshay Kumar to lead alien thriller Samuk, Hollywood stunt expert roped in
Akshay Kumar has signed Samuk, an alien thriller directed by Kanishk Verma and produced by Vipul Shah. The film brings in international talent while focusing on practical effects over full CGI.
Actor Akshay Kumar has signed director Kanish Verma’s alien thriller. Samuk. The film, produced by Vipul Shah and co-produced by Aashin A Shah, is being developed for a massive pan-India theatrical release in 2027. The makers have said that the film will be a mix of survival horror and alien thriller elements.
Verma, known for obsession, inner edge And grandeurAccording to reports, it took more than two years to develop the film with Shah. The upcoming alien thriller also brings together an international technical team, with creature effects designer Alec Gillis attached to design the alien creature and British stunt coordinator Luke Tumber set to oversee the action. The producers are focusing on practical effects with the creature designed to be physically present on the set rather than relying solely on CGI.
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Talking about the film, Vipul Shah said, “We always try to challenge ourselves with different genres. Samuk Something that Indian cinema has never attempted before. Our aim is to create a world-class alien thriller for the audience.”
Varma said the film grew out of his interest in elite security forces and science-fiction horror films. “Samuk SPG was born out of my love for the world and survival thrillers like Alien and Predator. Bringing those influences together with Akshay sir has been surreal,” he said.
On the use of practical effects, he said, “I always wanted the creatures to feel physically real on set. The tactile horror films of old made such films Foreigner Timeless.”
Sources close to the described production Samuk As a survival alien thriller inspired by practical creature effects, military realism and old-school horror aesthetics Foreigner And predator.
Akshay Kumar confirmed being a part of the film, saying, “Yes, I have signed the film. I have got the script and the subject.” Samuk Attractive. Alien thriller is a completely new genre for me and for our films. “I’m very excited about it.”
Alec Gillis, an Academy Award-nominated creature effects designer, best known for his work Foreigner And predator Alien: Franchises including Romulus have joined Samuk To create alien creatures. His credits also include Starship Troopers, Smile, It And shocks. A veteran of nearly five decades of Hollywood creature film production, he previously worked under Stan Winston aliens and origin predator.
Describing the collaboration as unique, Gillis said, “It’s been fantastic working with Kanishk because he really loves practical creature filmmaking. Our goal is to create an alien predator that audiences have never seen before.”
He further added, “Kanishk and I together designed the title character, who is truly a unique alien horror. In the age of CGI and AI, it is gratifying that directors and audiences still value handmade, man-made traditional monsters.”
Referring to Kumar, Gillis said, “He has the physicality of Jason Statham and the stamina of Tom Cruise. The challenge is to create a monster to face him. My goal is to create an alien nemesis.” Samuk Whose energy and screen charisma is at par with Mr. Kumar. Defeating this new classic movie monster will be no easy task, even for him.”
The action will be overseen by Luke Tumber, whose credits include Mission: ImpossibleThe poison movies, Star Wars, No Time to Die and marvel Vision Quest. A former Royal Marine Commando, Tumber has worked on over 100 international productions. He added, “Kanishk has a very clear vision for the action, and Vipul Shah wanted the scale to really feel Hollywood level. It’s incredibly exciting to work with Akshay Kumar on such a grounded, high-intensity action film.”
Tumber said, “This project represents an exciting blend of international stunt expertise, visionary filmmaking and authentic action cinema, and I’m proud to be a part of bringing that vision to life. Together, we aim to deliver a film that combines powerful storytelling with cutting-edge live-action visuals that will resonate with audiences internationally.” He described Kumar as “widely recognized as India’s action hero”.
Kumar was last seen in director Priyadarshan’s film ghost bangla (2026), starring Vamika Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav and late actor Asrani. Actors will also be seen Welcome to the Jungle (2026).
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