Kamal Haasan and Shankar Opt for Profit-Sharing on Indian 3 Ahead of Sankranthi 2027
Kamal Haasan and Shankar have agreed to a profit-sharing model for Indian 3, with Lyca Productions resuming post-production. The film is eyeing a Sankranthi 2027 release.
Dumtika Editorial
October 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Key Highlights
- Kamal Haasan and Shankar agree to profit-sharing for Indian 3
- Lyca Productions resumes post-production after Indian 2's poor performance
- Sankranthi 2027 eyed for Indian 3 release, pending official confirmation
- Kajal Aggarwal and Anirudh Ravichander continue as lead actress and composer
Kamal Haasan and director Shankar have reached a new understanding for their upcoming film, Indian 3, following the underwhelming performance of Indian 2. Both the star and the director have agreed to forgo their upfront remuneration, instead opting to share in the profits from the film. This decision comes after Lyca Productions, the studio backing the project, expressed reluctance to increase spending on the sequel.
After several months of discussions, the Indian 3 team has resumed work, with post-production activities now underway. Lyca Productions is currently investing in the completion of VFX and other post-production elements. While Shankar is reportedly interested in filming additional sequences, discussions about this aspect are ongoing, and no final decision has been made yet.
Kajal Aggarwal continues as the female lead, and Anirudh Ravichander is handling the music composition for the film. There is growing industry speculation that Indian 3 could target a release during Sankranthi 2027, though an official announcement regarding the release date is still pending. The production house is expected to reveal more details soon, as anticipation builds for updates on the project.
The collaborative compromise between Kamal Haasan and Shankar marks a significant move to ensure the film's completion and potential box office success, especially after the previous installment's disappointing run. Fans and industry watchers are now keenly awaiting further updates on Indian 3's progress and its possible festive release.

