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Reports: Anil Kapoor Drops Out of ‘Housefull 5’ Over Payment Issues

The much-loved ‘Housefull’ franchise is back with its fifth installment, and the buzz has kept us all on the edge of our seats. With Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan all set to return, fans were in for a treat. The excitement hit the roof when the ‘Welcome’ duo Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar were announced as part of the star-studded ensemble. But, in a plot twist worthy of Bollywood itself, Anil Kapoor has reportedly backed out due to money matters!

Anil Kapoor Walks Away from ‘Housefull 5’ Over Pay Dispute

According to a juicy report from Mid-Day, Anil Kapoor and producer Sajid Nadiadwala couldn’t see eye to eye on his fee. Despite the lack of any bad blood, they just couldn’t agree on the numbers. The result? Anil decided to bid adieu to the project. This exit has also led to some major script changes, especially concerning Nana Patekar’s role, initially planned to have a dynamic duo vibe similar to their ‘Welcome’ franchise days. Director Tarun Mansukhani is now busy tweaking the script to fit the new scenario, with shooting set to kick off by the end of August.

Source: Anil Kapoor / Instagram

While the production team has yet to make an official statement about Anil Kapoor’s exit, the film’s release has already been shuffled around. Initially aimed for a Diwali release this year, ‘Housefull 5’ is now set to hit theaters on June 6, 2025. The film also boasts of big names like Arjun Rampal and Dharmendra, adding more star power to the mix.

What’s Up with Anil Kapoor?

Meanwhile, Anil Kapoor isn’t exactly twiddling his thumbs. He was last seen in ‘Fighter’ alongside Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, and he also made waves with his role in the blockbuster ‘Animal’, starring Ranbir Kapoor. His fans are eagerly waiting to see what cinematic venture he dives into next.

Even with this hiccup, the ‘Housefull’ franchise isn’t slowing down. Known for its hilarious antics and over-the-top comedy, the fifth part promises another round of uproarious entertainment.

Also Read: Abhishek Bachchan Excited To Reunite With Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh For ‘Housefull 5

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