- By Sidhi Agarwall
- Fri, 23 May 2025 02:19 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Khal Nayak, a cult classic starring Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt, and Jackie Shroff, is set to receive a sequel. The original movie, released in 1993, was a blockbuster hit and stirred controversy with its song Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has reportedly confirmed that Khal Nayak 2 is in the works, sparking excitement among fans on social media. Audiences are eagerly awaiting the sequel, which is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the story while preserving the essence of the original.
The sequel will reportedly feature new characters played by newcomers, while Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt may appear in special roles. According to a report in Filmfare, “Subhash ji is excited about staging a sequel to Khal Nayak. The story will be based on new characters played by newcomers but will retain the original appeal, with Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt possibly being roped in for special roles.” Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has also reportedly finalised the script for the sequel and is currently looking for young actors to portray the new characters. In an interview with ETimes, Ghai said, “The truth is, I am not looking for actors to play Ballu Balram, but for a younger actor to play a new character in Khal Nayak 2, who will be pitted against Ballu Balram, who is now a 55-year-old man. Ballu will still be played by Sanjay Dutt. It’s similar to how Al Pacino played in The Godfather 2, while Marlon Brando played The Godfather 1.”
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Meanwhile, director Subhash Ghai is also reportedly considering popular actors including Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor from Bollywood, and Allu Arjun and Yash from the South Indian film industry for the sequel. According to a report in India Today, “Subhash Ghai wants to approach actors like Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor for the role of Ballu Balram. In fact, he isn’t limiting himself to just Bollywood. Allu Arjun and Yash are also on his list, as he wants someone capable of carrying forward Ballu Balram’s legacy.”
About Khal Nayak
Khal Nayak’s storyline revolved around a guard who pretends to be a dancer to capture an escaped criminal, Balaram Prasad alias Ballu, in order to help her police inspector boyfriend. The cast, including Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, and Anupam Kher, reunited last year to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary. With the script finalised and casting underway, Khal Nayak 2 promises to be an exciting new chapter in the legacy of the original movie.