The much-awaited trailer of 7 Dogs has arrived, and it is already creating excitement among action-film fans. The international action thriller brings together Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, Italian icon Monica Bellucci, Hollywood star Giancarlo Esposito, and Egyptian stars Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz.

Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the filmmaking duo behind Bad Boys for Life and Bad Boys: Ride or Die, 7 Dogs aims to deliver a large-scale action experience that connects Arab, Indian and international cinema.

Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt Steal Attention

One of the biggest highlights of the 7 Dogs trailer is the appearance of Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt. The two Bollywood stars reunite in stylish and action-packed avatars, generating considerable buzz among Indian audiences. Their roles have been kept relatively under wraps, but the trailer suggests that their appearances are designed to make an impact rather than simply being blink-and-miss cameos. Earlier promotional footage also showed Salman in a sharp suit and Sanjay Dutt in a more intimidating avatar.

Monica Bellucci Adds Hollywood Glamour

Italian actress Monica Bellucci is another major attraction in 7 Dogs. She appears alongside an international ensemble that includes Giancarlo Esposito and other stars from Arab cinema and Hollywood. The combination of Bellucci, Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt gives the movie an unusual cross-industry appeal and could help 7 Dogs attract audiences beyond the Middle East.

What Is the Story of 7 Dogs?

The film follows Interpol agent Khalid Al-Azzazi, who captures Ghali Abu Dawood, a key figure in the international criminal organisation known as 7 Dogs. However, the organisation resurfaces a year later with a dangerous drug called Pink Lady, forcing Khalid to team up with someone who has inside knowledge of the syndicate. The mission takes the characters across multiple cities as they attempt to stop the criminal network from spreading further.

A Massive International Production

7 Dogs is being presented as a major international action project, with production reportedly backed by Saudi Arabia and filmed substantially at Al-Hosn Big Time Studios in Riyadh. Reports have put its production budget at around $40 million. The film also features an international stunt and action team, with choreography connected to 87Eleven, the company known for its work on major action franchises.

7 Dogs India Release Date

For Indian audiences, the excitement is particularly high because Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt will be seen in the film alongside a global cast. 7 Dogs is scheduled to arrive in Indian theatres on August 21, 2026, in Hindi and English.

Why 7 Dogs Could Be a Big Attraction

The film has several elements working in its favour: a global cast, large-scale action, international locations, renowned directors and the reunion of Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt. Its combination of Bollywood stars with Arab and Hollywood talent also makes it different from a conventional Hindi action movie. With the trailer now out, 7 Dogs looks positioned as an ambitious international action spectacle—and Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt’s presence could become one of its biggest attractions in India.