Salman Khan to join Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 3: Buzz

Salman Khan to star with Allu Arjun

• Mythri Movie Makers plans a Pushpa cinematic universe with multiple stories
• Pushpa 3 in early pre-production; Allu Arjun returns, release likely around 2028
• Talks held to introduce Salman Khan as Sultan in Pushpa 3 for a major crossover

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Tollywood top production house Mythri Movie Makers is planning something much bigger than a single film with the Pushpa franchise. The production house that delivered the blockbuster Pushpa films is said to be working on a long-term cinematic universe idea. This will expand the Pushpa world into multiple stories with many powerful characters.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that Pushpa 3 has quietly entered the early pre-production stage. The team is taking time to develop the story and screenplay in detail. An office is said to have been set up in Hyderabad where discussions and script work are happening. The makers are not rushing the process and want to create a strong and impactful story.

This news is doing the rounds on the internet.

🚨 BIG VISION BY #MythriMovieMakers! 💥🎬 ​The production giants behind #Pushpa are reportedly planning a massive Cinematic Universe! 🌐@MythriOfficial have held talks with #SalmanKhan to introduce him in #Pushpa3 as "Sultan"—a billionaire mastermind & business godfather. 🧠💰… pic.twitter.com/vryj26iPYB

— CineFilmY.Com (@Tere_Naam12) January 19, 2026

The third part is expected to show Pushpa Raj returning to reclaim his red sandalwood empire. Allu Arjun will once again play the iconic role under the direction of Sukumar. There is also strong buzz that a popular star might play the main villain, though nothing is officially confirmed yet.

What has surprised fans the most is the rumour about Salman Khan. Reports claim that talks were held to introduce him in Pushpa 3 as a powerful character named Sultan. This character is described as a billionaire mastermind and a business godfather. The idea is said to be a cameo role that could later lead to a standalone film. If this happens, it could mark one of the biggest crossovers in Indian cinema.

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However, Pushpa 3 will take time to go on floors. Both Allu Arjun and Sukumar are busy with other projects. Sukumar is expected to complete his film with Ram Charan first. Allu Arjun also has multiple films lined up with top directors. If everything goes as planned, Pushpa 3 may release around 2028. More details on the same are awaited as Allu Arjun is currently working on his next with Atlee, and also has a film with Lokesh Kanagaraj lined up for the same.