Banita Sandhu Joins Akshay Kumar’s Sci-Fi Thriller Samuk as an Environmentalist

Actor Banita Sandhu has reportedly joined the cast of Samuk, an ambitious sci-fi action-survival thriller starring Akshay Kumar. Directed by Kanishk Varma, the film is currently being shot on location in London.
According to insider reports, Sandhu will portray a British-born Indian environmentalist who finds herself swept into an unpredictable, high-stakes mission. While specific character details and plot points remain tightly guarded, her role is expected to be a pivotal driver of the story.
An Eclectic Ensemble Cast
Sandhu, who debuted in Shoojit Sircar’s October and gained international recognition through Bridgerton, Sardar Udham, and Main Vaapas Aaunga, adds strong acting pedigree to the project.
She joins an impressive ensemble cast that includes:
- Rukmini Maitra
- Vineet Kumar Singh
- Rajat Kapoor
- Swanand Kirkire
The unique mix of actors has sparked significant fan curiosity about how their individual characters will interact within the film’s futuristic survival landscape.
Akshay Kumar and Vipul Amrutlal Shah Reunite After 13 Years
Samuk marks a major milestone as it reunites Akshay Kumar with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after a 13-year hiatus. Produced under Sunshine Pictures alongside co-producer Aashin A. Shah, the duo previously delivered major commercial hits such as Namastey London, Singh Is Kinng, and London Dreams.
Mounted as a large-scale theatrical spectacle, the film fuses elements of science fiction, intense action, and survival drama. With principal photography actively underway in London, production updates and further storyline details are expected to surface as filming progresses.



