Overview
- Deepak Mukut told Hindustan Times that he and Anil Kapoor will jointly produce Nayak 2, addressing reports that Kapoor had acquired the rights outright.
- Mukut confirmed Kapoor will return onscreen, reprising his role as Shivaji Rao.
- The sequel remains in initial discussions with no production schedule or casting details announced.
- The original 2001 Hindi film, directed by Shankar, was a remake of his 1999 Tamil film Mudhalvan.
- A Bollywood Hungama report, citing an unnamed source, said Kapoor is enthusiastic about moving forward with the project.