Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan is all set to don the director’s hat for the highly anticipated fourth installment of the Krrish franchise. Titled Krrish 4, the film is already generating buzz with the return of one of Indian cinema’s most beloved extraterrestrial characters—Jadoo. After a gap of 23 years since Koi Mil Gaya introduced the friendly alien to the world, Jadoo will once again be seen on the big screen in what promises to be a nostalgic and emotional reunion for fans.
According to sources close to the project, Hrithik Roshan has taken full creative control of the film and will be directing it himself. This marks a significant turning point for the franchise, as Hrithik steps beyond acting to guide the story’s next chapter from behind the camera. Industry insiders suggest that this bold move is part of a larger vision by Roshan to reshape the superhero universe that began with his father Rakesh Roshan’s direction back in 2003.
What’s more exciting is the confirmed return of actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas to the Krrish universe. Chopra, who previously played the role of Priya Mehra in Krrish and Krrish 3, has reportedly been finalized as the female lead of Krrish 4.
A source close to the development revealed, “Hrithik and Priyanka are a successful pair and share an excellent working relationship. It was more of a no-brainer for PC to come on board Krrish 4, as the story continues the journey of characters from Koi Mil Gaya to Krrish, Krrish 3, and now this latest installment.”
The source added that Priyanka was highly impressed by Hrithik’s vision for the film. “The actress was bowled over by the ambition Hrithik has shown to take the franchise forward. She was ecstatic to see him take on the challenges of directing, and is excited to be a part of this new phase of the journey.”
Another major name linked to the project is Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films, who is reportedly backing the project and collaborating closely with Hrithik to bring the film to life. While no official announcement has been made yet, insiders suggest that the film will blend advanced VFX, emotional storytelling, and the return of characters from earlier films to offer both nostalgia and innovation.
Fans of the franchise are especially thrilled about the return of Jadoo, the lovable alien who gave Rohit Mehra (played by Hrithik) his special abilities. The character has remained a pop culture icon for Indian audiences and has long been speculated to return in future films. Krrish 4 will not only revive this fan-favorite character but also explore how Jadoo’s return affects the current world of Krrish.
Hrithik Roshan had previously hinted at Krrish 4 during various media interactions and social media posts, and his deep emotional connection with the series is no secret. The first film, Koi Mil Gaya, was a breakthrough in Indian sci-fi cinema, and its sequels introduced one of India’s first mainstream superheroes.
Now, with Hrithik taking full creative charge and Priyanka Chopra back on board, Krrish 4 is shaping up to be one of the most awaited Bollywood releases in recent times. Filming is expected to begin later this year, with an official announcement likely to follow soon.
Source: Insider information as reported by entertainment portals including Pinkvilla and PeepingMoon.
