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Suniel Shetty Confirms Awara Paagal Deewana Sequel

Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 06:00

Bollywood star Suniel Shetty has confirmed plans for a sequel to the 2002 comedy Awara Paagal Deewana, with filming expected next year.

Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty has confirmed that a sequel to the popular 2002 action-comedy Awara Paagal Deewana is moving forward, more than two decades after the original film entertained audiences.

The actor revealed the development during an interview with Bollywood Hungama, saying the long-awaited follow-up is expected to begin filming early next year.

A Bollywood comedy favourite returns

The original Awara Paagal Deewana, directed by Vikram Bhatt, featured an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal and Aftab Shivdasani.

Released in 2002, the film combined action, comedy and chaotic situations involving criminals, mistaken identities and an unusual group of characters.

Its memorable performances and comic sequences have helped the film retain an audience more than 20 years after its release.

The news of a sequel is likely to interest fans who remember the original film and its cast.

Suniel Shetty confirms plans

Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, Shetty confirmed that the project was progressing.

He said the sequel would begin filming early next year, describing the project as definitely happening.

However, the full cast, storyline and theatrical release date have not yet been confirmed in the report.

It also remains unclear which actors from the original film will return.

Another project on the horizon

During the same interview, Shetty also mentioned another upcoming film, Sabse Bada Rupaiya, as part of his future plans.

The actor has enjoyed a long career in Hindi cinema, appearing in action films, dramas and comedies.

For now, the confirmation of a new Awara Paagal Deewana film marks a significant development for fans of the original.

With filming expected in early 2027, further announcements about the cast and production are anticipated.

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