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Anil Kapoor Reportedly Buys Nayak Rights, Eyes Sequel

No official announcement has followed the anonymously sourced report.

Overview

  • Bollywood Hungama cited an unnamed source claiming Kapoor bought the 2001 film’s rights from producer Deepak Mukut and wants to develop a follow-up.
  • The report says Kapoor views the film as personally significant and believes its themes remain timely, fueling his interest in a second part.
  • Bollywood Hungama noted Mukut was unavailable for comment when contacted regarding a sale of the rights.
  • Mukut told the outlet in March 2024 that he acquired Nayak’s rights about a decade earlier from original producer A. S. Rathnam.
  • Multiple Indian entertainment outlets have echoed the report, while specifics such as script, director, casting, and timeline have not been disclosed.