Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt feature in Saudi action thriller 7 Dogs

The trailer of Saudi Arabia’s high-profile action thriller 7 Dogs has generated strong buzz internationally, thanks to the surprise appearance of Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt in special cameo roles.

The film stars Egyptian actors Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz in the lead. The story revolves around two unlikely allies who join forces to dismantle a powerful drug network trafficking a lethal new narcotic known as “Pink Lady.” The mission escalates into a globe-spanning chase marked by high-speed pursuits, intense combat sequences and large-scale action set pieces.

Though the narrative spans international cities such as Mumbai and Shanghai , the entire film has been shot at Riyadh’s state-of-the-art studios , which have been designed to replicate global urban landscapes. The project underlines Saudi Arabia’s growing ambitions to emerge as a major international filmmaking hub.

7 Dogs is directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah , best known for helming Hollywood action films including Bad Boys for Life . The cast also includes international star Monica Bellucci in a key role, adding to the film’s global appeal.

With a reported budget of $40 million , 7 Dogs is among the most expensive films produced in the Middle East. The on-screen reunion of Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt popular for their earlier collaborations has sparked excitement among fans, with the trailer drawing enthusiastic reactions across social media platforms.

The makers have announced a theatrical release later this year , primarily targeting cinemas in Saudi Arabia and international markets . However, there is no official confirmation yet regarding a theatrical release in India .