Akshay Kumar, Govinda's Bhagam Bhag sequel confirmed, to go on floors next year

Akshay Kumar and Govinda in Bhagam Bhag

The mad, mad world of the blockbuster comedy, Bhagam Bhag, is set to return. 18 years after it wowed audiences all over, the much-awaited sequel, Bhagam Bhag 2, is finally happening. For all the die-hard fans of the film, which has attained cult status over the years, thanks to the Internet and social media, this news is nothing short of a celebration. Starring Akshay Kumar, Govinda and Paresh Rawal in lead roles, Bhagam Bhag is considered as one of ace director Priyadarshan's iconic films. Even in Akshay's vast repertoire, Bhagam Bhag holds a very special position along with landmark films like Hera Pheri and Welcome.

Bhagam Bhag 2 is happening!

The rights for the sequel were recently acquired from Shemaroo Entertainment by Sarita Ashwin Varde of Roaring River Productions who has simultaneously also been working on the film's script. She will be producing the film along with Shemaroo.

Why did it take so long for the sequel? "Because a special film like Bhagam Bhag deserves a sequel that's just as much special; when the time was right, we decided to take the plunge," says Sarita.

Incidentally, Sarita has been associated with filmdom for long now. She has been the creative force behind her husband, Ashwin Varde, who is also a producer with films like Boss, Mubarakan, Kabir Singh, OMG-2 and Khel Khel Mein to his credit.

"We are excited to partner with an incredible team to create a film that will continue the legacy of its predecessor by bringing more laughter, fun and entertainment," says Hiren Gada, CEO, Shemaroo Entertainment.

Bhagam Bhag 2 latest update

Currently in the final stages of writing, Bhagam Bhag 2 is slated to go on floors in mid 2025. Right now, all that the makers promise is that the sequel will be "madder, crazier and funnier." All other details will be revealed soon when the film is officially announced. While the first film was directed by Priyadarshan, there is no clarity yet on who will helm the sequel.

Apart from the three leads, Bhagam Bhag also starred Lara Dutta, Rajpal Yadav, Jackie Shroff, Arbaaz Khan, Shakti Kapoor, Manoj Joshi, Razak Khan, Sharat Saxena and Asrani. The film tells the story of a theatre group which travels to London for a show only to be accused of a murder they did not commit, while mistakenly becoming the enemies of a drug dealer and a gang.