The iconic 2008 action-comedy Singh Is Kinng, starring Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif, continues to hold a special place in fans’ hearts. Now, over 15 years later, a sequel is officially in the works. Filmmaker Shailendra Singh, who has been working on the follow-up, recently shared exciting updates about Singh Is Kinng 2.
In an interview with Midday, Shailendra revealed that he had gifted the original title to Akshay Kumar, but after realising the potential of a sequel, he requested it back.
Singh Is Kinng 2 To Begin Production By Oct 2025
“I have started the process of Singh Is Kinng 2. I will begin production from October 2025 so that I can release it in 2026,” he said.
The filmmaker also hinted at the possibility of a slight change in the title, with options like Singh Is Kinng 2 or Singh Is Kinng Returns being considered.
Ranveer Singh & Diljit Dosanjh Among Top Contenders
As for the lead role, the film will introduce a new character rather than revisiting the familiar Happy Singh, portrayed by Akshay Kumar in the first film.
Shailendra’s first choice for the role is Ranveer Singh due to his vibrant energy and playful persona which makes him perfect for the part.
“His energy, cheekiness, and fun fit the character. Also, Ranveer has never played a Sardar before,” he explained.
However, if Ranveer isn’t available, Shailendra has a backup plan. Diljit Dosanjh is the next top contender. The filmmaker confirmed that his team has also reached out to Diljit for the role, and fans are eager to see if he will take up the challenge.
Will Priyadarshan Or Anees Bazmee Direct Singh Is Kinng 2?
In addition to discussing the lead actor, Shailendra shared that he’s also considering directors for the sequel. He expressed a desire to collaborate with either Priyadarshan or Anees Bazmee, both of whom have made significant contributions to Bollywood comedy and action films in the past.
The original Singh Is Kinng, directed by Anees Bazmee, was a massive success, and the sequel aims to capture that same magic. With the likes of Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Sonu Sood, and others, the first film left a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.
On the work front, Ranveer Singh continues shooting for his action thriller with Aditya Dhar. Diljit Dosanjh has wrapped up his Dil-Luminati tour. He is also set to appear in sequels like No Entry 2 and Border 2.
Stay tuned with us for latest news, Hindi box office news, Hollywood news, OTT news, latest bollywood news and latest box office news.
