Salman Khan fans have another reason to head to the theatres this month. 7 Dogs, the Arabic action film that features Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt in cameo roles, is set to hit Indian cinemas on August 21, 2026.
The film already made its way into international markets back in May, and this India release finally gives fans a chance to catch the two Bollywood stars on the big screen as part of an international action project.
Salman himself broke the India release news on social media, sharing a new teaser alongside it. The teaser also puts the spotlight on Sanjay Dutt, which has only added to the buzz around their appearances.
Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt make cameo appearances
One of the biggest talking points around 7 Dogs is simply the fact that Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt show up in it at all. Neither actor is playing a lead role here, but their cameo appearances have already generated considerable attention among Indian audiences.
The two stars have worked together plenty of times over the years, so seeing them turn up in an action film from an international production adds an interesting new entry to both their filmographies.
A video reportedly showing Salman and Sanjay in an action sequence had already been doing the rounds online before this, which only fuelled curiosity about what their roles actually look like. Now that the film is finally arriving in India, fans will get to see their full appearances in context.
Who stars in 7 Dogs?
7 Dogs is headlined by Egyptian actors Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz, with international star Monica Bellucci also part of the main cast.
The film comes from directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, a filmmaking duo well known for handling large scale action projects.
It is an Arabic language action film at its core, with Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt appearing as special additions to the cast.
7 Dogs Movie release date in India and other details
Here are the key details worth knowing about the film:
- Movie: 7 Dogs
- India release date: August 21, 2026
- Language: Arabic
- Genre: Action
- Directors: Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah
- Lead cast: Ahmed Ezz, Karim Abdel Aziz and Monica Bellucci
- Special appearances: Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt
- India release: Theatrical
The film released internationally back in May, and Indian audiences will finally get to watch it in cinemas starting August 21.
Why Salman Khan fans are excited
The timing of this India release makes 7 Dogs especially interesting for Salman Khan fans. His next major Bollywood project, Maatrubhumi, is already highly anticipated, so 7 Dogs essentially gives audiences an extra theatrical outing to enjoy before that one arrives.
Salman only has a cameo here, but his presence alone is likely to draw plenty of attention in India. Sanjay Dutt’s appearance adds yet another familiar Bollywood face to this international production.
For fans, the film also offers a chance to see both actors in a completely different setting than your typical Hindi commercial movie.
What is next for Salman Khan?
After 7 Dogs, Salman Khan has several projects on the horizon that people are keeping a close eye on. One of the biggest is Maatrubhumi, directed by Apoorva Lakhia.
He is also working on SVC63, which stars Nayanthara opposite him. That one comes from director Vamshi Paidipally and is expected to release around Eid next year.
With so much lined up, 2026 and 2027 are shaping up to be busy years for the superstar.
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Sanjay Dutt’s upcoming films
Sanjay Dutt has plenty on his plate too, with Baap and Khalnayak Returns among his upcoming projects.
He has continued mixing action roles with more dramatic ones in recent years, and his appearance in 7 Dogs adds one more international project to an already growing list of upcoming work.
7 Dogs promises an unusual big-screen experience
7 Dogs may not be your typical Salman Khan or Sanjay Dutt movie, but their presence alone gives Indian audiences an extra reason to check it out.
The film brings together an international action cast with two of Bollywood’s most recognisable faces in special appearances. With its August 21, 2026 theatrical release now locked in, 7 Dogs looks set to give Salman and Sanjay fans a fun, unexpected treat at the movies this month.