Not Zain Imam, Fahmaan Khan Reportedly Confirmed For Mukkabaaz

 Fahmaan Khan is reportedly finalized to play the male lead in Colors TV’s upcoming sports drama Mukkabaaz opposite Jahnvi Soni. The boxing-based show has already created major buzz due to multiple casting changes involving Harshad Chopda and Zain Imam.

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Boyhood Production’s Mukkabaaz is currently one of the most-awaited upcoming shows of Colors TV. It has created buzz since its announcement, as many popular names have come into contention to lead the show. 

Harshad Chopda and Fahmaan Khan were initially in contention to lead it. Harshad Chopda and Munira Kudrati were reportedly finalized for the show. But things between the makers and the actors didn't finalize. After that, the makers made a shocking decision as they cast Zain Imam and Jahnvi Soni as the leads. 

The fresh reports that now claim Zain Imam has also been opted out of the series. Fahmaan Khan is reportedly confirmed for the boxing drama. But the female lead is the same. 

Fahmaan Khan To Lead Mukkabaaz

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The casting of Colors TV’s Mukkabaaz has experienced several ups and downs. As previously mentioned, many popular names have been contested for the same reason. Fahmaan Khan is now confirmed for the male lead. 

Fahmaan is not a new name in the ITV industry, as he has already worked in several popular shows. He initially gained fame by working in Star Plus’ Imlie opposite Sumbul Touqeer Khan. It helps him to gather a royal fanbase around the world. 

Besides Imlie, he has worked in Pyar Ke Saat Vachan Dharampatnii, Krishna Mohini, and Iss Ishq Ka Rabb Rakha. That deep experience in the entertainment industry has helped him to secure the role. 

Fans have always admired him for his performance and looks. It would now be impressive to see the way he performs as a boxer in this boxing-based TV show.

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Fahmaan Khan and Jahnvi Soni To Lead The Show

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Besides Fahmaan, Jahnvi Soni is also set to lead Colors TV’s Mukkabaaz. 

Compared to Fahmaan, Jahnvi is a fresh face in the television industry. She has worked in shows like Dahej Dasi and Paaro Sang Dev, etc. She has also appeared in movies like Afwaah. Her ability to work in different formats made her a perfect choice for this role. 

If reports turn out to be confirmed, Fahmaan and Jahnvi could be one of the most popular TV pairs in recent years. Both can deliver the right performance needed for this show. Viewers are already excited to see this fresh pairing on their screens. 

Story To Revolve Around A Trainer And An Aspiring Boxer

Entertainhubvibe has already told its readers that the story of the show would revolve around a man who once dreamed of becoming a boxer. But he couldn’t fulfil his dream. He later found a woman with immense potential and trains her. He would push her to excel in the boxing world.  As she ranks higher, the story will explore themes of ambition, desires, and struggles. 

The pairings of Fahmaan Khan and Jahnvi Soni become perfect because they have the potential to play these roles perfectly. Both could impress the audience with their excellent performance in this show. 

The makers are reportedly confident that the emotionally driven sports drama would engage the audience. It would be now exciting to see how it performs after it hits the screen. 

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Supporting Cast And Shooting Update

Apart from Fahmaan Khan and Jahnvi Soni, the makers are also working on casting the supporting actors to make the show engaging. Yash Tonk and newcomer Swattee Thakur will play the negative roles in the show. 

Yash is a veteran actor who has worked in shows like Dhruv Tara – Samay Sadi Se Pare, Swaran Ghar, etc. Swattee Thakur is an emerging talent in the television industry. The makers are also working to cast other actors for other important characters in the show. 

The show will start soon once the casting process is completed. 

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Published: 21 May 2026 at 9:28 PM IST