Dulquer Salmaan-starrer ‘I’m Game’ gets new release date, to hit theatres on September 3

Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming action thriller “I’m Game” has been postponed and will now hit theatres worldwide on September 3, the Malayalam actor-producer announced on Thursday. The film was earlier scheduled for a theatrical release on August 20.

'I’m Game' gets new release date

Announcing the delay on social media, Salmaan apologised to audiences for the wait and said the new release date would allow the film to arrive with a “larger vision”.

"The game gets bigger. The release gets wider. We understand the anticipation and we apologize for the delay, but #IMGAME will now release worldwide on 3rd September, moving from its earlier release date of 20th August.

"The new release date comes with a larger vision for the film as #IMGAME gears up for a wider theatrical release across markets," he said in a statement posted on Instagram.

The film will release simultaneously in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Kannada, according to Salmaan.

Dulquer Salmaan promises wider theatrical release

Explaining the decision, the actor said the postponement was aimed at giving the film a larger theatrical platform and wider reach across markets.

"This decision has been made to give #IMGAME the scale, reach, and theatrical platform it truly deserves, allowing audiences across different markets to experience it on the big screen. The wait gets a little longer, but the game gets bigger," Dulquer said.

What is 'I’m Game' about?

Directed by Nahas Hidhayath, who previously helmed “RDX”, the film features Salmaan as Dan John, a carefree gambler who relies on an algorithm to place bets and make money.

However, his system eventually starts to unravel, sending his life into a dangerous spiral. The film also features Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kayadu Lohar, Samyuktha Viswanathan, Kathir, Vinay Forrt and Parth Tiwari. Mysskin plays the antagonist.

Cast and crew

The film is produced by Salmaan and Jom Varghese under Wayfarer Films. Jakes Bejoy has composed the music, while Jimshi Khalid is the cinematographer and Chaman Chacko has handled the editing.

“I’m Game” will now release worldwide on September 3.