Akshay Kumar, a prominent figure in franchise films, will not be part of the anticipated sequel to Nikkhil Advani's 2007 film Salaam-E-Ishq. Initial reports suggested Kumar's involvement, but a source clarified that he has not been approached for the project, calling the rumors 'baseless'. The original film featured a star-studded cast, including Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, and Priyanka Chopra, but failed to resonate with audiences, resulting in disappointing box office performance. Kumar, who recently enjoyed success with Bhooth Bangla, has several exciting projects lined up, such as Welcome To The Jungle, set to release on June 26, 2026. Other films in his pipeline include Haiwaan and Golmaal 5, though their release dates are yet to be announced.