Tajamul Islam Biopic: Kartik Aaryan To Play Kickboxing Coach in Kabir Khan’s Upcoming Sports Drama? Here’s What We Know

Fresh off the success of Chandu Champion and a recent National Film Award win, Kartik Aaryan has once again teamed up with director Kabir Khan for an inspiring sports drama. The actor has officially joined the final schedule of Khan's upcoming biopic on two-time world kickboxing champion Tajamul Islam, where Aaryan is set to portray her dedicated coach. ‘Obsession’ Director Curry Barker Follows Only These Two Bollywood Celebrities on Instagram – Can You Guess Who They Are?.

Kartik Aaryan, Kabir Khan to Reunite for Tajamul Islam Biopic?

The reunion of Kartik Aaryan and Kabir Khan for this project marks their second collaboration, following their critically acclaimed work on the biographical sports drama Chandu Champion. Reports confirm that the film, which began its shooting earlier this year around March 16, 2026, has now entered its conclusive phase.

According to a Mid-Day report, the production team kicked off the final schedule today, August 11, 2026, at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) office in Fort, Mumbai. Following these initial scenes, the crew is slated to move to Saki Naka mid-week for a more extensive shooting spell. Kartik Aaryan is expected to join the unit mid-week and will be filming throughout the remainder of August until early September.

Tajamul Islam Biopic Details and Production Timeline

The yet-untitled film is a biographical drama chronicling the extraordinary journey of Tajamul Islam, who rose from a small village in Bandipora, Kashmir, to become a two-time world kickboxing champion. Initial reports indicated that filming commenced around March 16, 2026, with director Kabir Khan shooting scenes involving nearly 70 junior artistes at a restaurant in Parel, Mumbai, which was re-designed to reflect a middle-class setting.

Sources close to the production, as quoted in the Mid-Day report, revealed that Kabir Khan specifically reserved some of the story's most crucial portions for this final leg of shooting. It has also been reported that Kartik Aaryan underwent intense physical and kickboxing training to prepare for his role as the coach. The film, backed by Applause Entertainment, is expected to predominantly feature scenic locations in Srinagar and Pahalgam and is targeted to wrap production by October 2026, with a theatrical release anticipated in 2027.

Who is Tajamul Islam?

Tajamul Islam gained international recognition as the world's youngest kickboxing champion, clinching a sub-junior world championship title in Italy at just seven years old in 2016. She further cemented her status by winning another gold medal in the under-14 World Kickboxing Championship held in Cairo, Egypt, in October 2021, when she was 12 years old. Beyond her athletic prowess, Islam is also an advocate for women's empowerment and self-defence, having founded the Haider Sports Academy in Bandipora in 2019 where she trains hundreds of young students, predominantly girls. Kartik Aaryan Celebrates Sreeleela’s Birthday With Adorable Photo, Fans Think They Are Dating (View Post).

Kartik Aaryan's Busy Slate

Post wrapping up the Tajamul Islam biopic, Kartik Aaryan has a packed schedule. He is slated to begin shooting for Anees Bazmee's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 in October. Additionally, Aaryan has an untitled romantic musical with director Anurag Basu and actress Sreeleela, confirmed for a 2026 release. Other films in his pipeline include Captain India and Naagzilla. His last release, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, earned INR 49.50 crore worldwide.

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