Colors TV is reportedly reviving its boxing-based drama Mukkebaaz with Boyhood Productions. Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan are in talks to play the lead roles in the upcoming show.
Colors TV is getting ready to revive one of its most-awaited shows, Mukkabaaz. The channel is reportedly restarting its work on a boxing-based drama with Boyhood Production. The upcoming show could explore the struggles, ambitions, and personal challenges of a woman who dreams of becoming a professional boxer.
According to reports, Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan are currently in talks to lead the show. If the discussion works out, then they could bring a fresh and interesting pairing on your screens. Keep reading to learn more about this exciting update.
Colors TV Brings Mukkebaaz Back on Track
When it was first announced, Colors TV's Mukkabaaz turned out to be one of the most discussed shows of this year. It reportedly follows a boxing journey and a woman who dreams of becoming a professional boxer.
It could also feature intense boxing sequences with emotional drama. It will also explore a female protagonist's struggles as she tries to establish herself in a physically demanding sport. The show aims to present a story of courage, ambition, and the determination to overcome difficult circumstances.
However, despite its ambitious storyline, the show did not launch as planned during its initial development. The makers had earlier locked Fahmaan Khan and Jahnvi Soni in this show. But the show was eventually shelved.
Now, as the discussion is going on for the lead couple, the channel and the makers are getting ready to revisit the project
Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan in Talks for Mukkebaaz
Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan are reportedly being considered for the leads of Colors TV's Mukkabaaz. Both actors have established a strong presence in the Indian television industry after appearing in several TV shows.
Vijayendra Kumeria was last seen in Colors TV's recently ended show, Juhi Muhi. Sumbul Touqeer Khan last appeared in Sony Sab's Itti Si Khushi. Besides these shows, they have worked in several TV shows over the years.
Their reported pairing would bring two popular faces together in a show based on sports, ambition, and relationships. However, the makers or the channel have not confirmed their participation till now. Further details related to their characters, supporting cast, and shooting schedule are also awaited.
What Happened to the Earlier Mukkebaaz Casting?
When Mukkabaaz was first being developed, Fahmaan Khan and Jahnvi Soni were reportedly confirmed for the lead roles. The makers had also approached several popular names at the time. But Fahmaan and Jahnvi reportedly won that race. The show, meanwhile, got cancelled later.
After that, both actors decided to move on with different projects. Although Jahnvi Soni joined Colors TV's Sayoneee, Fahmaan Khan is also set to lead Zee TV's upcoming show, Shubh Shagun Shehnaaiyan.
As the makers are now revisiting Mukkabaaz, the reported discussion with Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan hints that the makers have started the search for new leads again.
For now, the fans have to wait for the official confirmation on whether Vijayendra Kumeria and Sumbul Touqeer Khan lead this show. More details related to the launch date and broadcast schedule will come out when the show moves into production.
Published: 2 November 2026 at 5:10 PM IST
