Akshay Kumar may be preparing for one of the biggest image transformations of his career. After decades of playing action heroes, comic leads and patriotic characters, recent reports and social media discussions suggest that the actor is now exploring darker and more unconventional roles on screen.

A viral post by CineHub on X has sparked fresh excitement among fans, claiming that Akshay Kumar could soon be seen playing negative or grey-shaded characters in upcoming projects like Stree 3, Haiwaan and Golmaal 5. The post quickly gained attention online, with many users calling it a refreshing phase in the superstar’s career.

Among the biggest talking points is Akshay Kumar’s reported role in Stree 3. According to details available about the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, the actor is expected to play the main antagonist connected to the Stree storyline after his mysterious appearance in Stree 2.

Another film generating buzz is Priyadarshan’s Haiwaan, where Akshay Kumar is reportedly set to portray a negative character alongside Saif Ali Khan. Reports suggest the psychological horror-thriller will showcase the actor in a rough and intense avatar unlike his recent mainstream roles.

At the same time, fans are also eagerly waiting for Golmaal 5, where social media users speculate that Akshay could appear in a comic villain-style role if he joins Rohit Shetty’s franchise.

Interestingly, audiences have often appreciated Akshay Kumar in negative roles in films like Ajnabee and Khiladi 420. Many fans now believe experimenting with villainous characters could help the actor reinvent his on-screen image once again.

With projects like Haiwaan, Stree 3 and Welcome To The Jungle already creating strong anticipation, Akshay Kumar’s upcoming lineup suggests that the superstar may indeed be entering a completely new cinematic era.