What are the next plans from the makers of Stree 2?
Released on August 15, the film Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has taken theaters by storm, shattering numerous records in just 16 days. With its box office collections soaring, there are high expectations that it will soon cross the impressive ₹500 crore net collection mark in India. This marks the fifth film in the Madok Supernatural Universe, which includes hit titles like ‘Stree’, ‘Roohi’, ‘Bhediya’, ‘Munjya’, and now ‘Stree 2’. Given the overwhelming response, the makers are already working on their next installment, hinting at a vampire-themed project titled Vampires of Vijay Nagar. Speculations suggest that Ayushmann Khurrana will play the lead role in this upcoming film, with groundwork already underway.
Stree 2’s Success and Future Plans
Undoubtedly, Stree 2 has emerged as the most successful Bollywood film of the year. The film’s reception has surpassed even the optimistic expectations of its makers. It has proven to be the highest-grossing film in the horror-comedy universe. While preparations for a third installment of the franchise are already in progress, the creators have some exciting plans to explore before moving forward. Let’s delve into what’s next!
Insights from Niren Bhatt on Upcoming Projects
Recently, Niren Bhatt, the writer of Stree 2, shared his thoughts in an interview with Bollywood Life. He expressed his gratitude for the love shown towards the sequel. When prompted about updates regarding the upcoming film Vampires of Vijay Nagar, he confirmed his role as the writer for this vampire-themed project. Niren has also contributed as a screenwriter for Sharbari Wagh’s Munjya and Varun Dhawan’s Bhediya.
The Current Status of Vampires of Vijay Nagar
Niren Bhatt revealed that the project is progressing well, though specifics on its release remain ambiguous. However, he indicated that filming is anticipated to commence within the next 3-4 months. As of now, there hasn’t been an official announcement from the makers; nevertheless, a clear indication was provided in the post-credit scene of Stree 2. In this scene, Varun Dhawan delivers a chilling warning about a vampire attacking humans and sucking their blood, aimed at his character, Jana (played by Abhishek Banerjee).
Excitement Around Ayushmann Khurrana’s Involvement
Recently, Apaarshakti Khurana expressed enthusiasm about his brother Ayushmann’s participation in this horror-comedy venture. Currently, it remains uncertain whether Stree 3 will be produced first or if the focus will shift to Ayushmann Khurrana’s vampire film. However, the writer has indicated that work on this intriguing project could soon begin. Ayushmann Khurrana’s recent film prior to this was Dream Girl 2, and there were reports of his potential involvement in Sunny Deol’s Border 2, but he reportedly turned it down. There have also been rumors about him stepping away from Saurav Ganguly’s biopic.
