Dulquer Salmaan's 'I'm Game' trailer postponed after technical glitch on his birthday
Synopsis
The trailer of Dulquer Salmaan's 40th film 'I'm Game' — billed as the most stylish project of his career — was set to drop on his birthday but hit an unexpected wall: a technical glitch that production house Wayfarer Films could not resolve in time. With the Onam release on 20 August fast approaching, all eyes are now on when the new trailer date lands.
Key Takeaways
Wayfarer Films postponed the 'I'm Game' trailer on 29 July 2025 due to a technical glitch, hours after it was meant to release as a birthday surprise for Dulquer Salmaan .
A new trailer release schedule will be announced soon, per the production house.
The film is Dulquer Salmaan 's 40th film and his return to Malayalam cinema , directed by Nahas Hidhayath of 'RDX' fame.
Shot across 100 locations in South India, the film wrapped in April 2025 and is in post-production, targeting an Onam release on 20 August .
Stunt choreography is by Anbariv Masters ; music by Jakes Bejoy ; cast includes Antony Varghese , Mysskin , Kathir , and Kayadu Lohar .
The trailer of Dulquer Salmaan's highly anticipated action film 'I'm Game', directed by Nahas Hidhayath, has been postponed after a technical glitch derailed its planned birthday-day launch on 29 July. Production house Wayfarer Films confirmed the delay, saying a new release schedule would be shared soon.
What Happened
The makers had planned to unveil the trailer as a birthday surprise for Dulquer Salmaan on Tuesday, 29 July. After several hours of attempting to resolve the issue, the team was unable to fix the glitch in time. Wayfarer Films posted on its social media channels: 'Today's I'm Game Trailer release has been postponed due to a technical glitch. We are working hard to deliver the best possible reveal and will share a new schedule soon. Thank you for your patience and support.'
About the Film
'I'm Game' is described as the most stylish project in Dulquer Salmaan's career to date — his 40th film and a return to Malayalam cinema. Shot across 100 locations across South India, the film wrapped shooting in April 2025 and is currently in post-production. It is scheduled to release in cinemas on 20 August, targeting the Onam season.
Director Nahas Hidhayath reportedly designed the film specifically to present Dulquer in a bold, modern avatar — a defining creative ambition of the project. The story is written by Nahas Hidhayath himself, with screenplay by Sajeer Baba, Bilal Moidu, and Ismail Aboobacker. Cinematography is by Jimshi Khalid, editing by Chaman Chakko, and music by Jakes Bejoy.
Cast and Crew
The film features an ensemble supporting cast including Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kathir, Parth Thiwari, and Samyuktha Viswanathan. Actress Kayadu Lohar, known for her role in the Tamil film 'Dragon', joined the unit in December 2024. Stunt choreography is handled by Anbariv Masters — the team behind major pan-Indian action films including 'KGF', 'Vikram', 'Leo', and 'Salaar' — reuniting with Nahas after the blockbuster 'RDX'.
The film is produced by Dulquer Salmaan alongside Jom Verghese. Costumes are by Mashar Hamsa and production design by Deepak Parameshwaran.
Fan and Industry Anticipation
Excitement around 'I'm Game' has been building steadily. In February 2025, the makers released a poster marking Dulquer's 14 years as an actor. On his Instagram, he wrote: 'Today marks 14 years of my journey as an actor... sharing a poster from my next! #ImGame. Coming to Cinemas near you this Onam.' The first-look poster — featuring Dulquer in a sharp pose with a pistol — generated considerable buzz online. With the trailer delay now resolved and a new date expected shortly, anticipation is only likely to intensify ahead of the 20 August release.
Point of View
His homecoming to Malayalam, and a deliberate style reinvention backed by the Anbariv-Nahas Hidhayath combination that delivered 'RDX'. The postponement is minor in isolation, but with an Onam window on 20 August, the trailer needs to land soon to build the kind of pre-release momentum a crowded holiday slate demands. How quickly Wayfarer Films recovers the narrative will matter.
NationPress
29 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the 'I'm Game' trailer postponed?
The trailer was postponed due to a technical glitch that the makers could not resolve despite several hours of effort on 29 July. Production house Wayfarer Films announced the delay on social media and said a new schedule would be shared soon.
When was the 'I'm Game' trailer originally supposed to release?
The trailer was planned for release on 29 July 2025, chosen to coincide with Dulquer Salmaan's birthday as a special announcement for fans.
When is 'I'm Game' releasing in cinemas?
'I'm Game' is scheduled to release on 20 August 2025, targeting the Onam season. Dulquer Salmaan himself confirmed the date in an April post when the film wrapped shooting.
What is 'I'm Game' about and who is in the cast?
'I'm Game' is a stylish action entertainer directed by Nahas Hidhayath, starring Dulquer Salmaan in what is described as his most stylish role to date. The supporting cast includes Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kathir, Parth Thiwari, Samyuktha Viswanathan, and Kayadu Lohar.
What is the significance of 'I'm Game' for Dulquer Salmaan?
'I'm Game' is Dulquer Salmaan's 40th film and marks his return to Malayalam cinema. The film was also used to celebrate his 14-year acting anniversary in February 2025, with a special poster release.
