Overview
- An India Today exclusive reports that Bhansali Productions is steering Rowdy Rathore toward a sequel and broader franchise plan.
- Multiple outlets echoed the report on Nov 8, citing unnamed industry sources rather than a studio announcement.
- Casting is described as open, with the makers seeking a major pan-India star, which suggests Akshay Kumar may not return as Vikrant Singh Rathore.
- The 2012 original, a Prabhu Deva-directed Hindi remake of the Telugu film Vikramarkudu, starred Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha and earned around Rs 200 crore.
- Coverage notes Sanjay Leela Bhansali is occupied with other work, including Love & War, as his banner develops several titles.