Overview
- Prakash Jha said he is actively working on the sequel, placing Raajneeti 2 in the writing and pre-production phase following fresh interviews this week.
- He has not finalised any casting or shooting schedule, with reports noting that discussions will follow once the script is set.
- Jha reiterated that the new film, like the 2010 original, will derive characters and incidents from Indian mythological sources.
- He described politically charged storytelling as difficult to produce, noting added pressures in the social media era and stressing responsible, balanced dialogue.
- The original Raajneeti, released in 2010 with an ensemble led by Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, was a commercial success that kept interest in a sequel alive.