Akshay Kumar and Vipul Amrutlal Shah's upcoming sci-fi alien survival-action thriller Samuk is steadily building an intriguing and, some would say, enviable ensemble. The latest we hear is that Viineet Kumar Siingh is the newest name to come on board the ambitious project.
According to sources close to the development, the Mukkabaaz and Gangs of Wasseypur actor is said to be playing a key role in the Kanishk Varma directorial. While the makers are keeping the characters and storyline tightly under wraps, Singh’s reported addition brings a distinctly physical and intense performer into the film’s ensemble.
“Viineet has a certain rawness and physicality and the director felt he was the perfect choice for this character. His presence brings a different energy to the ensemble, and the part requires an actor who can bring intensity without overplaying it,” reveals a source.
The source further adds, “The casting of Samuk is being shaped by a clear creative vision. The makers aren't simply looking at conventional choices; they want performers who can bring credibility and individuality to this world. Viineet is known to immerse himself physically into his characters, so he is sure to blend into the world and make it his own. Singh will join Kumar on a major mission in the film. His role is pivotal to the narrative, with the two characters sharing one of the strongest bonds in the film.”
Singh has built a reputation for powerful performances, most notably in Anurag Kashyap’s Mukkabaaz, while his role as Danish Khan in Gangs of Wasseypur remains one of his early career-defining performances. His filmography has since spanned dramas, thrillers and action-oriented projects, including Gold, Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl, Saand Ki Aankh, Jaat and Chhaava, among others.
Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under Sunshine Pictures and co-produced by Aashin A. Shah, Samuk marks the reunion of Akshay Kumar and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after a gap of 13 years. Directed by Kanishk Varma, the ambitious project has reportedly been in development for over two years and is currently being shot in London.
Mounted as a large-scale theatrical spectacle, Samuk is said to blend science fiction with visceral action, survival and horror elements, creating a distinct genre world for Indian cinema. With Akshay Kumar headlining the film and an increasingly interesting ensemble being put together, the makers are carefully keeping details of the characters and storyline under wraps.
The film is expected to release in 2027 and is being positioned as a major genre spectacle from Indian cinema.
For now, the question remains: what role will Viineet Kumar Siingh play in Samuk? The makers, however, are in no hurry to answer that one.
