In a significant shift within the Indian Film Industry, 2024 is poised to witness the emergence of major comic franchises, promising a refreshing wave in entertainment. Renowned actors and directors are gearing up for a laughter-packed year with a lineup of exciting projects.

Welcome 3 and Housefull 5:

Akshay Kumar leads the charge with Welcome To The Jungle, the third installment of the Welcome Franchise. With a stellar ensemble cast, the film is set for a Christmas 2024 release. Meanwhile, Housefull 5, scheduled for June 2025, marks a milestone as the first Indian franchise with five films, introducing a change in genre for added excitement.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Stree 2:

Kartik Aaryan and Shraddha Kapoor are set to tickle funny bones with horror comedies. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, directed by Anees Bazmee, commences in March 2024, targeting a Diwali release. Stree 2, helmed by Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan, promises a unique horror comedy experience rooted in Indian Folklore, hitting screens on August 31.

Dhamaal 4 and Jolly LLB 3:

Ajay Devgn and Indra Kumar reunite for Dhamaal 4, anticipated to be the franchise's biggest installment, kicking off by the end of 2024. Jolly LLB 3, directed by Subhash Kapoor, brings together Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi in a courtroom comedy, aiming for a 2025 release after starting production in May 2024.

Masti Franchise Reboot and More:

Indra Kumar is set to reboot the Masti Franchise, featuring the original trio of Ritesh Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani. Milap Zaveri directs this venture, with filming commencing in the first quarter of 2024. Other potential comedies in the works include Hera Pheri 3, No Entry 2, and Golmaal 5, promising a laughter-filled cinematic experience.

After an action-packed 2023, the Hindi Film Industry is gearing up to usher audiences into a year of joy and mirth with an array of comic delights.