Sriram Raghavan is returning as director with Badlapur 2 under Maddock Films, a sequel to his 2015 cult thriller. The film is in early scripting stages and production is expected to begin in the first half of 2026.
There is no confirmation yet if Nawazuddin Siddiqui or Varun Dhawan will return. Since their story ended in the first film, the sequel is likely to focus on new characters and a fresh storyline. Casting details remain under wraps, sparking curiosity among fans.
The announcement has created excitement, with audiences recalling how the original Badlapur became a turning point in Varun’s career. Many hope he still appears in some role, even if small. Sriram Raghavan is said to be exploring bold ideas that stay true to the themes of rage and revenge.
Raghavan rarely works on sequels unless the story is justified, which adds to the intrigue. Amazon Prime Video has acquired multi-year rights to Maddock Films’ projects, including Badlapur 2, raising hopes of a global release. But some fear it could face the same fate as Maddock’s recent flop Bhool Chuk Maaf.
As Bollywood audiences await casting updates, questions remain on whether Badlapur 2 will revive a cult franchise or end up as another sequel that fails to match its original.
