The makers of I’m Game, one of the most anticipated Malayalam films in recent times, have unveiled a brand-new poster featuring Dulquer Salmaan in a stylish avatar. The latest poster has already generated excitement among fans, further raising expectations for the big-budget action thriller.
The film is officially scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 20, 2026, coinciding with the Onam festival season. Post-production work on the project is currently progressing at full pace.
Produced under the banner of Wayfarer Films, I’m Game is regarded as one of the biggest projects in Dulquer Salmaan’s career. The film is directed by Nahas Hidayath, who impressed audiences with the blockbuster hit RDX. The screenplay has been written by Shahabas Rasheed and Aadarsh Sukumaran, while the film is jointly produced by Dulquer Salmaan and Jom Varghese.
I’m Game Gets New Release Date – 3 September 2026
Dulquer Salmaan’s I’m Game has been postponed from its previously announced 20 August 2026 Onam release. The big-budget fantasy thriller will now release worldwide on 3 September 2026. The makers have shifted the release by two weeks to prepare for a wider global rollout across more markets.
Directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Dulquer Salmaan and Jom Varghese under Wayfarer Films, I’m Game will have a Pan-Indian theatrical release in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Kannada. The film also stars Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kayadu Lohar, Kathir, Parth Tiwari and Samyuktha Viswanathan.
About I’m Game
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie | I’m Game |
| Release Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Release Type | Onam Release |
| Director | Nahas Hidayath |
| Producers | Dulquer Salmaan, Jom Varghese |
| Banner | Wayfarer Films |
| Writers | Shahabas Rasheed, Aadarsh Sukumaran |
| Music | Jakes Bejoy |
| Cinematography | Jimshi Khalid |
| Editor | Chaman Chacko |
| Languages | Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada |
Shot across more than one hundred locations in South India, I’m Game is among the most awaited Malayalam films of 2026. The film is expected to be one of the biggest releases from the Malayalam film industry and presents Dulquer Salmaan in an ultra-stylish and mass-action avatar.
The first-look and second-look posters released earlier received a tremendous response on social media, with fans eagerly awaiting more updates. The film also marks Dulquer Salmaan’s 40th movie, making it a significant milestone in his career.
Star Cast
Apart from Dulquer Salmaan, the film features an impressive ensemble cast that includes:
- Antony Varghese
- Mysskin
- Kayadu Lohar
- Kathir
- Parth Tiwari
- Samyuktha Viswanathan
Technical Crew
The music for I’m Game is composed by Jakes Bejoy, while action choreography is handled by the renowned Anbariv Masters. Cinematography is by Jimshi Khalid and editing by Chaman Chacko.
Other key crew members include:
- Line Producer: Bibin Perumbilly
- Production Heads: Sujoy James, Devadevan
- Production Designer: Ajayan Chalissery
- Makeup: Ronex Xavier
- Costume Design: Mashar Hamsa
- Production Controller: Deepak Parameswaran
- Associate Director: Rohith Chandrasekhar
- Lyrics: Manu Manjith, Vinayak Sasikumar
- VFX: Toufiq – Eggwhite
- Poster Design: Ten Point
- Sound Design: Sync Cinema
- Sound Mix: Kannan Ganpat
- Stills: SBK
- Marketing Head: Vijith Viswanathan
Following the massive success of RDX, all eyes are now on Nahas Hidayath’s next directorial venture. With a star-studded cast, large-scale production values, and a Pan-Indian release strategy, I’m Game is shaping up to be one of the biggest Malayalam cinema releases of 2026.
PRO: Sabari
