Aditya Chopra Locks Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan 2; Shooting to Begin in Early 2026
The wait for Pathaan 2 is almost over!
The excitement is palpable as Bollywood’s ace filmmaker Aditya Chopra has finally locked the script for the much-anticipated sequel, Pathaan 2, starring the one and only Shah Rukh Khan. The thrill of this action-packed spy thriller just got a whole lot more intense! As per reliable sources, the shooting for Pathaan 2 is expected to commence in early 2026, and we can barely contain our excitement!
The Mastermind Behind the Script
Aditya Chopra, the visionaries at Yash Raj Films (YRF), have been working tirelessly to craft a narrative that’s not only a worthy successor to the original but also sets the stage for the expansion of the YRF Spy Universe. With Sridhar Raghavan and Abbas Tyrewala, Aditya has created a high-stakes script that promises to surpass the first installment in scale and intensity. The script has undergone rigorous refinement, with input from the man himself, Shah Rukh Khan, who has been thoroughly impressed and enthusiastic about the direction of the sequel.
A New Directorial Voice
While Siddharth Anand, the director of the first Pathaan, won’t be returning for the sequel, Aditya Chopra is keen to bring in a fresh directorial perspective to take the franchise to new heights. The buzz in the trade is that Aditya himself might direct the film or entrust it to Ayan Mukerji, who has done an outstanding job with War 2. Alternatively, YRF might opt for a new director to lend a unique vision to the project. Whatever the choice, the loyalty of Pathaan’s inevitable success lies in the eyes of its fresh perspective.
A Star-Studded Roster
Shah Rukh Khan, the reigning superstar of Bollywood, is set to return to his iconic role as Pathaan, and fans can’t wait! As he wraps up production on Siddharth Anand’s action-thriller, King, Pathaan 2 will soon follow, with King is scheduled to go on floors in the spring of 2026.-pathént> àn exciting new installment that will have SRK’s character, a daredevil spy, embarking on a high-stakes mission.
The YRF Spy Universe: A Grand Plan Unfolds
The YRF Spy Universe is a sprawling narrative that has been unfolding over the past few years, with films like Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan. The next chapter, War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. N.T.R., is slated for release on August 14. The grand finale is expected to culminate in a massive showdown between Salman Khan’s Tiger and Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, to be directed by none other than Siddharth Anand!
Conclusion
As the countdown to Pathaan 2 begins, fans worldwide can’t help but speculate about the thrilling adventures that await us. With Aditya Chopra at the helm, the bar has been set high, and we can expect nothing but pure exhilaration from this anticipated sequel. As the YRF Spy Universe continues to unfold, we’re eager to see how the story of Pathaan will evolve. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling ride!
