Farah Khan Announces Return to Direction After Long Hiatus

Filmmaker Farah Khan has announced her return to directing after a long break, generating excitement among fans and industry insiders. During a vlog at actor Nakuul Mehta's home, she discussed her plans to start a new film by the end of the year, emphasizing her ongoing YouTube career. Khan hinted at a potential collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan, with whom she has previously created several blockbuster hits. As anticipation builds, details about her upcoming projects remain eagerly awaited by the film community.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 20, 2026, 16:04 IST

Farah Khan's Comeback to Filmmaking

Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has officially revealed her plans to return to directing after an extended hiatus. During a vlog recorded at actor Nakuul Mehta's residence in Mumbai, she openly discussed her renewed commitment to filmmaking. Fans had long speculated about her comeback, and her announcement has generated significant excitement within the film community and among her loyal audience.

YouTube Supports Farah Khan's Ventures
In the discussion, Khan addressed the anticipation surrounding her return. When queried about her upcoming film projects, she stated, "I will make one now! My children will be heading to college soon, so I’ll start then! There’s even a petition online titled 'Come back Farah Khan!' I believe the time has come, and I plan to begin by the end of this year." She also emphasized that she has no plans to leave her thriving YouTube career, humorously noting that the platform helps her manage her children's expenses.

Collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan

When Nakuul playfully inquired if YouTube would fund her next film, Farah responded with humor, saying, "If I make a film, it will be with Shah Rukh! Otherwise, I’ll just keep working on YouTube."

Successful Partnership with Shah Rukh Khan
Farah Khan and Shah Rukh Khan have a history of successful collaborations, having worked together on several blockbuster films such as Main Hoon Na, Om Shanti Om, and Happy New Year. Their partnership is recognized for producing some of the most iconic films in Bollywood over the years.

Current Projects of Shah Rukh Khan
Khan's last directorial venture was Happy New Year in 2014, which achieved commercial success and featured a star-studded cast including Shah Rukh Khan. The announcement of her upcoming project is particularly significant for industry insiders, especially following Shah Rukh Khan's recent appearance in the film Dunki in 2023. He is also anticipated to star in Siddharth Anand's upcoming film King. While details about the new collaboration with Farah Khan remain undisclosed, industry watchers are eager for further updates as the year unfolds.

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