Akshay Kumar grabbed attention on Christmas 2025 with an update on his upcoming project. On Thursday, the actor announced the wrap of Welcome to the Jungle. It is the third film in the popular Welcome franchise. He shared a behind-the-scenes video on Instagram and wished fans a Merry Christmas.
The post quickly went viral. While many fans were excited to see the cast together, others had questions. A section of netizens focused on how fast Akshay completes his film, and it became a talking point online.
Akshay Kumar Announces Welcome To The Jungle Shoot Wrap On Christmas 2025
The Christmas video shows Akshay shooting a scene with the full cast. A Christmas version of the Welcome theme plays in the background. What grabbed the most attention was Akshay’s double look. In one scene, he appears with long grey hair and a beard. In the other, he looks sharp and ready for action. The hints that he may be playing a double role in the film.
The video features Tusshar Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Suniel Shetty, Aftab Shivdasani, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Raveena Tandon and Disha Patani, among others.
While sharing the video, Akshay also posted a long message. He spoke about the scale of the film and thanked the entire team. “Wishing one and all a very Merry Christmas from the giant cast of Welcome to the Jungle! In cinemas 2026. Never have I ever been part of something so big…none of us have. We can’t wait to present our gift to you. It’s a wrap, people! Well done, gang. Such a huge effort from everyone involved in making this happen. From our big family to yours at home, we wish you nothing but the best for 2026. #WelcomeToTheJungle #Welcome3.”
Check out his post below
Netizens React To Akshay’s Welcome 3 Update
Social media was filled with jokes and sarcasm. Read some user comments below:
“Even with such a huge cast, you managed to get a double role. waah bhai.”
“Knowing ur speed, u’ve probably already finished 3 other films during the lunch breaks of this one.”
“Cast itni badi hai ki end credits 2 din tak chalenge.”
“Ye bhi 25 din me puri kar di??”
“Kyo Welcome ki legacy khatam kar rahe ho, Akshay bhai.”
“Never been part of something so big… Bhai aap har film se pehle yahi bolte ho. Aur kitni badi h 25 ke bajaye 30 din lag gaye the kya complete karne me?”
“Jitni der ka yeh walk tha itni der mein toh 1-2 picture nipta dete akshay sir.
Meanwhile, Welcome franchise still enjoys strong popularity. The first Welcome was released in 2007. Welcome Back followed in 2015. Both films were produced by Firoz Nadiadwala and directed by Anees Bazmee. Over the years, the franchise has featured many big stars and memorable characters.
Welcome to the Jungle is directed by Ahmed Khan. The film is scheduled to release in theatres in 2026.
