Sriram Raghavan: AI Could Write 'Badlapur 2'!

At the Red Lorry Film Festival 2026 in Mumbai, filmmaker Sriram Raghavan shared insights into his creative process and thoughts on artificial intelligence. He mentioned that AI tools like ChatGPT are already generating potential script options for future projects, humorously noting its input for 'Badlapur 2'.

Raghavan also recounted discussions with producer Ramesh Taurani regarding the film 'Merry Christmas'. Initially planned as a 90-minute, no-interval thriller, the film's runtime evolved during the writing phase, a development that pleased Taurani. Raghavan emphasized that such changes occurred organically during script development.

Addressing the impact of AI on filmmaking, Raghavan expressed a nuanced view. While acknowledging its potential usefulness, he questioned AI's ability to predict box office success, suggesting it might complicate the justification of jobs for industry professionals. He also reflected on the reception of his films, drawing parallels to past cinematic successes and failures.

During the festival, Raghavan attended the screening of 'Night Creatures,' a film based on the same source material as his own 'Merry Christmas.' This provided a backdrop for his candid discussions on filmmaking, technology, and artistic challenges.