Dulquer Salmaan confirms Onam 2026 release for 'I Am Game' by 'RDX' director Nahas Hidayath: 'My most stylish film yet'

Malayalam cinema fans have been eagerly waiting for 'I Am Game,' the upcoming big-budget action thriller starring Dulquer Salmaan. The makers have now officially announced the film’s release date. The movie is all set for a grand worldwide theatrical release on August 20, 2026, during the Onam festival season. The update has created huge excitement among fans, especially after the strong response to the film’s posters and promotional material. With the release date now confirmed, expectations for the film have grown even higher.The film is said to be one of the biggest projects in Dulquer Salmaan’s career. The actor had earlier revealed that this would be the most stylish role of his career. The movie has been shot across more than 100 locations in South India and is currently in the post-production stage, including dubbing work. Directed by Nahas Hidayath, the film promises a stylish and mass-packed action experience for audiences. Malayalam cinema fans are expecting the movie to deliver a completely fresh and thrilling theatrical experience.Apart from Dulquer Salmaan, the film also features a huge cast including Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kaayadu Lohar, Kathir, and Samyuktha Viswanathan in important roles. The music for the film is composed by Jakes Bejoy, while the action scenes are handled by the popular stunt duo Anbariv Masters. The film will release in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada languages as a pan-Indian project. This is also the 40th film in Dulquer Salmaan’s acting career, making it a special project for the actor and his fans.‘I Am Game’ is also the next major production from the makers of the blockbuster 'Lokah.' The first-look and second-look posters of the film have already received massive attention on social media, increasing curiosity among movie lovers. According to the producers' promises, a different style of storytelling, along with an exciting cinematic experience for Malayali viewers, awaits them. Considering that the successful film 'RDX' was made by director Nahas Hidayath, who is now back with another action movie, there is no doubt about the audience's expectations.