Captain India set for take-off: All you need to know about Kartik Aaryan's film

Kartik Aaryan's Captain India is set to begin filming in London as filmmaker Shimit Amin prepares the action drama for its next stage. The start of production puts the true-story film firmly in focus even as the actor recovers from a recent knee surgery.Here's everything you need to know about Kartik Aaryan's next film. (Credit: Instagram/@kartikaaryan)Kartik Aaryan’s Captain India is moving towards its next stage, with the film set to begin production soon in London. Directed by Shimit Amin, the action drama is based on the true events of India’s evacuation mission in a war-torn country and is expected to feature an ensemble cast alongside Aaryan.For those following the actor’s slate, Captain India now stands at the centre of attention as work begins on a story mounted on a larger canvas and linked to the spirit, pride and emotions of the nation. The development also comes shortly after the 36-year-old shared his first social media update following a knee surgery.Captain India is set to go on floors in London on September 1, with the shoot scheduled to continue till the end of October. The film is lined up for a theatrical release on August 13, 2027, over the Independence Day weekend.Directed by Amin, known for films such as Chak De India, the film is written by Nash Vazifdar, Sanchit Gupta and Priyadarshee Shrivastava. It is produced by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and Baweja Studio in association with Dopamine Studios, with production by S B Films. The film continues Bhushan Kumar and T-Series’ association with stories that aim to combine scale with strong content. Captain India is positioned around a narrative linked to the spirit, pride and emotions of the nation, while also being mounted on a larger canvas.Kartik Aaryan’s recovery update and other projectsThe announcement around Captain India follows Aaryan’s first post after knee surgery. The actor was injured while shooting an intense action sequence for Kabir Khan’s untitled sports drama, underwent surgery at a Mumbai hospital, and is now recovering at home. Aaryan suffered the injury on August 18 during the final two days of the shoot and was immediately admitted to Fortis Raheja Hospital in Mahim as he required knee surgery. He was shooting an intense action scene when he was injured.Apart from starring in the untitled sports drama, Aaryan is also making his debut as a producer with the film under his own banner. Reports had suggested that his injury could force a postponement in the shooting schedule, but Kabir Khan dismissed the speculation.The project marks Aaryan and Kabir Khan’s second collaboration after Chandu Champion (2024). The film is inspired by a real-life sporting story, with Aaryan set to play a kickboxing coach who mentors a young girl from Kashmir. The film is reportedly inspired by the journey of Tajamul Islam, the Kashmiri kickboxing champion who gained international recognition for her achievements in the sport.Aaryan will next be seen in Naagzilla, directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba. He is also set to feature in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4.- EndsPublished By: Priyanka SharmaPublished On: Aug 29, 2026 12:24 IST