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Khal Nayak Sequel: Dutt & Santoshi Team Up!
29 May
Summary
- Sanjay Dutt and Rajkumar Santoshi are collaborating for 'Khal Nayak 2'.
- Subhash Ghai revealed Dutt's jail letter inspired the sequel.
- The original 1993 film starred Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff.

Sanjay Dutt and director Rajkumar Santoshi are reportedly in discussions to collaborate on 'Khal Nayak 2', a sequel to the iconic 1993 film. Dutt himself is expected to produce the project.
The genesis of the sequel is a touching story. Subhash Ghai, who directed the original 'Khal Nayak', shared that Sanjay Dutt penned a letter from jail expressing his strong desire to make a follow-up film. Ghai was so moved by Dutt's passion that he agreed the sequel should be realized.
Rajkumar Santoshi has now confirmed these discussions are active, stating, "We are talking and have been wanting to work together." He indicated that while a collaboration is certain, the specific project, whether 'Khal Nayak 2' or another film, is still being finalized.
Ghai, while supportive, emphasized the need for a strong director. He pledged to remain involved creatively to guide the project. Dutt acknowledged Ghai as his mentor, underscoring the importance of his guidance for the film's realization.
The original 'Khal Nayak', released in 1993, was a major box office success, celebrated for its performances by Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff. The film's narrative centered on Inspector Ram (Shroff) and his girlfriend Ganga (Dixit) hunting the criminal Ballu (Dutt), with a twist when Ballu falls for Ganga.