Zee Studios has announced its upcoming film The Great Grand Superhero: Aliens Ka Aagman, starring Jackie Shroff, and the project is being noted within the trade for attempting a departure from the conventional superhero format in India. Unlike earlier efforts in the genre that have largely focused on younger protagonists and action-led narratives, this film places an elderly character at the centre, indicating a shift towards a more family-oriented treatment.
The film is directed by Manish Saini, whose previous work includes the National Award-winning Gujarati film Dhh. That film was recognised for its grounded storytelling and focus on childhood experiences, and early details about this project suggest a similar inclination towards emotion-driven narratives rather than scale-driven spectacle.
Based on currently available information, the story revolves around a child who believes his grandfather has special abilities. The narrative appears to explore this belief against the backdrop of a larger science fiction element involving an alien-related development, while keeping the focus on family dynamics. The premise seems to rely on the ambiguity between imagination and reality rather than presenting a straightforward superhero arc.
The supporting cast includes Prateik Babbar, Sharat Saxena and Bhagyashree Dasani, along with other actors, indicating a multi-generational narrative structure. The film is produced by Amdavad Films and presented by Zee Studios, which has been involved in a mix of mainstream and mid-budget projects in recent years.
From a trade perspective, the film’s positioning suggests an attempt to combine elements of science fiction with a domestic, family-based setting. This approach differs from earlier Indian superhero films that have relied more heavily on visual effects and action. However, at this stage, most of the available information comes from initial promotional material and industry reports, and the final tonality and scale of the film will only become clearer closer to release.
The Great Grand Superhero: Aliens Ka Aagman is currently expected to release in summer 2026, and its reception will likely indicate how audiences respond to alternative interpretations of the superhero genre within the Indian market.