New Delhi, April 15 -- Fans waiting to see Kartik Aaryan in a never-seen-before avatar will need to exercise some patience. The actor's upcoming film Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand has officially been delayed, with its release now rescheduled from August 14, 2026, to February 12, 2027.

The announcement was made by the film's makers on Wednesday through an official note, confirming that the project will now hit cinemas over Valentine's weekend next year. The shift suggests a strategic repositioning, possibly to tap into a holiday window and avoid a crowded Independence Day box office clash - a move increasingly common in Bollywood's high-stakes release calendar.

Backed by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films, Naagzilla is descr...