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Hrithik Roshan Marks Rakesh Roshan’s 76th Birthday as ‘Krrish’ Mantle Passes to Son

Rakesh Roshan signaled a franchise handover as reports say Hrithik will direct a YRF-backed Krrish 4 slated to begin filming in early 2026.

Overview

  • Hrithik Roshan posted a heartfelt Instagram note praising his father for instilling resilience and wrote that he stands proud as his son.
  • The tribute featured rare family photos and images from film sets, including childhood birthdays and Hrithik’s time assisting on his father’s movies.
  • Rakesh Roshan said he has passed the Krrish franchise to Hrithik, positioning the actor to make his directorial debut with the next installment.
  • Coverage reports that Aditya Chopra and Yash Raj Films are attached as backers, with Krrish 4 in pre-production and plans to go on floors in early 2026.
  • Sunaina Roshan also shared a video message for their father as fans and industry colleagues flooded social media with birthday wishes.