Emraan Hashmi is all set to collaborate once again with director Aditya Dutt, nearly two decades after their hit film Aashiq Banaya Aapne. The duo is reuniting for an upcoming action-packed drama titled Gunmaaster G9, which promises a fresh cinematic experience filled with high-stakes action, intense emotions, and a compelling narrative. The film was officially announced by the makers on Thursday.
Adding to the nostalgia, music composer Himesh Reshammiya who created the iconic soundtrack for Aashiq Banaya Aapnewi will also return to complete the trio, making this reunion a special treat for early 2000s Bollywood fans. The film is being produced by Deepak Mukut and Hunar Mukut under the Soham Rockstar Entertainment banner.
Gunmaaster G9 will showcase Emraan Hashmi in a bold new action avatar, a role described as unlike anything he has done before. According to the official press release, the film will blend stylized visuals with emotionally resonant storytelling to appeal to both mass audiences and action genre lovers. Director Aditya Dutt, known for thrillers like Table No. 21 and the Commando series, expressed excitement about reuniting with familiar collaborators. “When we made Aashiq Banaya Aapne, we were young and daring. With Gunmaaster G9, we’ve grown but retained that hunger. It feels like a full-circle moment,” Dutt shared, thanking producer Deepak Mukut for bringing the team back together.
Mukut described the film as “slick, emotional, and packed with mass appeal,” emphasizing Soham Rockstar’s commitment to supporting directors with unique creative visions. He added that with Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D’Souza, and Aparshakti Khurana on board, the project has a powerhouse cast to bring the story to life.
Also featuring Abhishek Singh in a key role, the film is set to begin principal photography in Mumbai following the monsoon season. Gunmaaster G9 is currently slated for a theatrical release in 2026.