Overview
- Ayan Mukerji’s production banner Starlight is reported to hold the Brahmastra IP and is producing the second film while actively looking for a commercial studio to join the project.
- Trade reports say talks with Jio Studios fell through and that Dharma Productions, Star Studios and Yash Raj Films are not attached to the sequel, leaving Starlight to restart partner discussions.
- Casting remains unsettled with Ranbir Kapoor expected to return and writing and pre‑production ongoing, and Deepika Padukone’s spokesperson formally denying on Monday that she is involved in any capacity.
- Industry outlets report Alia Bhatt is expected to make an extended special appearance and that newer names such as Aneet Padda have been approached for important roles, though nothing is final.
- Brahmastra’s strong box office performance and the franchise’s planned scale mean the search for a studio partner will influence financing, marketing and whether filming can meet the cast’s projected 2027 availability.