Aamir Khan in talks with ‘Kung Fu Hustle’ director Stephen Chow for an action-heavy film blending martial arts and physical comedy that could ‘compete on an international scale’ - Report

Aamir Khan is reportedly exploring an ambitious action film with Hong Kong filmmaker and actor Stephen Chow, best known for directing and starring in ‘Kung Fu Hustle’ and ‘Shaolin Soccer’. According to Mid-Day, Aamir Khan Productions has held talks with Chow for a project envisioned to compete on an international scale. However, the collaboration is still at an early stage, with Aamir also considering other scripts while preparing for his upcoming projects.Why Aamir Khan wants to work with Stephen ChowAamir Khan is reportedly looking beyond Bollywood as he explores a large-scale action entertainer with Stephen Chow. According to Mid-Day, Aamir Khan Productions has been in talks with the Hong Kong filmmaker and actor for an action-heavy project that could compete on an international scale.A source cited by the publication said Aamir is keen to explore the action genre on a larger canvas. While his contemporaries Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan have headlined big-ticket action spectacles, Aamir is reportedly interested in developing a project with international ambitions.“His contemporaries Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan have already headlined big-ticket action spectacles. [While Aamir has done action], he is keen to explore the genre with a film that can compete on an international scale. Given Stephen’s distinctive approach to action and physical comedy, Aamir is keen to work on something with him,” the source told the publication.Chow’s blend of martial arts, physical comedy and exaggerated action has made him a distinctive presence in Hong Kong cinema. A potential collaboration would bring together Aamir’s production ambitions and the filmmaker’s signature approach to action-comedy. However, the discussions have not yet resulted in a confirmed project.Aamir Khan’s project with Stephen Chow is not final yetDespite the reported talks, the project is far from being finalised. Aamir is known for taking time before committing to a film and is reportedly considering several scripts.According to the afore mentioned publication, he is also weighing an action film by Atlee and has reportedly asked for time until March 2027 before making a decision. The development remains unconfirmed, and there has been no official announcement of a collaboration with either Atlee or Chow. For now, Aamir’s immediate focus is reportedly on Ashutosh Gowariker’s ‘Lalkaara’, a film based on the historic 1952 India-Pakistan Test cricket series, and the sequel to Rajkumar Hirani’s ‘3 Idiots’.Reports have indicated that ‘Lalkaara’ is scheduled to occupy much of Aamir’s calendar through March 2027, with the ‘3 Idiots’ sequel expected to move forward once its screenplay is ready. The sequel is currently in development, though its production plans remain subject to the script and scheduling.Stephen Chow’s rise to fameStephen Chow rose to prominence with a series of popular Hong Kong films, including ‘All for the Winner’ (1990), ‘Fight Back to School’ (1991) and ‘Royal Tramp’ (1992). He later reached a wider international audience with ‘Shaolin Soccer’ (2001), which combined martial arts with sports comedy, and ‘Kung Fu Hustle’ (2004), a stylised action comedy that blended elaborate fight sequences with slapstick humour.Chow’s filmmaking is known for its inventive action, exaggerated physical performances and comic timing. These elements have helped establish his work among audiences beyond Hong Kong and China, making him a distinctive name in action-comedy cinema.Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more. Download the TOI app.Give your child the gift of confidence! Claim your exclusive TOI Masterclass spot today!