Superstar Hrithik Roshan is stepping into the director’s chair for the first time with ‘Krrish 4’, the latest installment in his iconic superhero franchise. The much-anticipated film will be produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF) in collaboration with Rakesh Roshan’s Filmkraft Productions. Shooting is set to begin early next year.

Hrithik, who starred in the previous three films of the ‘Krrish’ series, will take over directing duties from his father, Rakesh Roshan. The veteran filmmaker expressed his pride and excitement in a statement:

“I’m passing the baton of the director of ‘Krrish 4’ to my son, Hrithik Roshan, who has lived, breathed, and dreamt about this franchise since its inception with me! Hrithik has a clear and ambitious vision of taking Krrish’s journey forward. I couldn’t be prouder to see him wear the director’s hat for a film that means the world to us as a family.”

Rakesh Roshan credited YRF head Aditya Chopra for convincing Hrithik to direct. “Adi and Yash Raj Films have the knowledge, understanding, and technological might to produce this film and add great value to the project. Hrithik and Adi coming together as a producer-director pair is a rare and deliciously creative combination. I’m sure they will turn ‘Krrish 4’ into a theatrical experience that has never been made in India,” he added.

The ‘Krrish’ franchise began with ‘Koi... Mil Gaya’ (2003), followed by ‘Krrish’ (2006) and ‘Krrish 3’ (2013). The series, which started as a story about Rohit Mehra (Hrithik) and his journey from a man with cognitive disabilities to a superhero’s father, has become India’s pioneering superhero universe.

With Hrithik Roshan’s directorial debut, ‘Krrish 4’ is set to elevate the franchise and continue captivating audiences worldwide.