Veteran Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor has officially confirmed his involvement in director Prashanth Neel's highly anticipated film, tentatively titled 'Dragon' (NTR 31), through an Instagram story. This project marks a significant collaboration as it brings together Kapoor with Tollywood superstar Jr NTR for their second film together, following their work in the upcoming 'War 2'. There is widespread speculation that Kapoor will portray the main antagonist in 'Dragon', adding an exciting dynamic to the high-octane action drama. Beyond 'Dragon', Anil Kapoor also alluded to a potential third collaboration with Jr NTR, though details remain unconfirmed and are currently the subject of industry speculation. Some reports suggest this could involve a standalone film featuring Jr NTR within the YRF Spy Universe, a cinematic franchise where both actors have roles. 'Dragon' is shaping up to be a major pan-Indian spectacle, being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts. Ravi Basrur is handling the music, and Rukmini Vasanth has been finalized as the female lead. The film, which has been generating significant buzz, is currently in its production phase, with shoot schedules underway at locations like Ramoji Film City and plans for international shoots in Jordan. While an earlier release date of June 25, 2026, was mentioned, some reports indicate potential delays, with the team now aiming for a release in the latter half of 2026 to ensure the quality of VFX and action sequences. This casting news has been widely corroborated by several credible news outlets, including News18, Gulte, and NTV Telugu.