In exciting news for Bollywood fans, producer Ramesh Taurani has officially announced plans for a sequel to the 1998 hit film Soldier, starring Bobby Deol. Taurani, known for his recent release Ishq Vishk Rebound, revealed that preparations are underway for the much-anticipated sequel, with shooting scheduled to begin next year.
Soldier, which marked a significant milestone in Bobby Deol's career, is remembered for its gripping storyline and memorable performances. Speaking about the sequel, Taurani expressed enthusiasm for revisiting the franchise, stating, "We are making a sequel to 'Soldier' and filming will commence next year."
While details about the storyline and casting decisions remain under wraps, speculation is rife about whether Bobby Deol and Preity Zinta will reprise their iconic roles. Taurani hinted that the final casting choices will depend on the evolution of the script, keeping fans eagerly awaiting further announcements.
Bobby Deol, who has been enjoying the success of his recent release Animal, discussed the possibility of a sequel in a recent interview, expressing optimism that Taurani would consider moving forward with the project. "After the success of 'Animal,' I hope Taurani considers making a part two with me," Deol shared, reflecting on the enduring popularity of Soldier.
Directed by Abbas-Mustan, Soldier remains a classic of its time, known for its thrilling narrative and iconic songs. The original film featured Bobby Deol in a gripping tale of intrigue and betrayal, setting benchmarks in Bollywood action cinema.
As anticipation builds for ‘Soldier 2,’ Bobby Deol is reportedly exploring diverse roles in Telugu and Tamil cinema, including upcoming projects like Kanguva, Hari Hara Veera Mallu, and NBK109. Meanwhile, Preity Zinta is gearing up for her return to the silver screen with Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947, where she stars alongside Sunny Deol and Aamir Khan's production featuring Karan Deol.
With the sequel to Soldier set to reignite nostalgia and excitement among audiences, Bollywood enthusiasts await further updates on this much-awaited cinematic venture.