Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan 2 Budget Revealed & It’s Higher Than Its Predecessor! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
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Shah Rukh Khan led Pathaan created havoc at the Indian box office. It is one of the most successful Bollywood films in the post-pandemic era. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action film co-starring Deepika Padukone and John Abraham is getting a sequel. The latest report reveals the estimated budget planned by YRF, and below are all the details you need!
In India, Pathaan garnered a whopping 543.22 crores. It was released ahead of Republic Day and scored a smashing comeback for SRK after the Zero debacle in 2018. A sequel is now on the cards that will mark the fifth film in the YRF spy universe. It is also a crucial film as it will set the timeline for Salman Khan vs Shah Rukh Khan in Tiger vs Pathaan.
What is YRF’s budget for Pathaan 2?
Pathaan was made on a budget of 250 crores and made enough returns to gain the hit verdict at the Indian box office. As per the latest rumors, YRF is splurging a staggering 75 crores in addition to taking Pathaan 2 to the next level in terms of direction, VFX, and other technical aspects.
This means Pathaan 2 will be made on a staggering budget of 325 crores. YRF also reportedly plans to shoot the action sequences at outdoor locations, unlike the first film in the franchise. Shah Rukh Khan starrer will get bigger and better, and we certainly cannot wait for the action spectacle.
Will Deepika Padukone be a part of Pathaan 2?
Leading lady Deepika Padukone, who played the role of Rubai, recently announced her pregnancy. The actress is expecting her first child with husband Ranveer Singh. The due date is in September, and the beauty might take a maternity leave to focus on her baby.
With Pathaan 2 production set to begin towards the end of 2024, it remains unknown whether Deepika Padukone will reprise her character or will be replaced by another actress. There has been no confirmation regarding the same so far.
More About Pathaan 2
Siddharth Anand left us on a cliffhanger, and fans are eager to learn whether John Abraham, aka Jim, will make his comeback in the sequel.
Pathaan 2 marks the eighth film in the YRF spy universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, Tiger 3, War 2, and Tiger Vs Pathaan.
Aditya Chopra has reportedly finalized a script for the sequel.
