Overview
- Producer Ramesh Taurani confirmed Akshaye Khanna has not been approached and will not return, citing that the character’s arc had concluded earlier in the franchise.
- Taurani said no cast is finalized at this stage and emphasized that Race 4 remains in the scripting phase.
- A PR statement reported by outlets said discussions are currently only with Saif Ali Khan and Sidharth Malhotra and asked the press to await official confirmation.
- Renewed speculation about Khanna’s involvement followed his recent success in Dhurandhar, which boosted interest in his next projects.
- The franchise’s rotating ensembles have fueled casting rumors, with past reshuffles including John Abraham in Race 2 and Salman Khan leading Race 3.