Ahead of the much-awaited release of 'Fauji 2', Doordarshan will telecast 13 episodes of Shah Rukh Khan's famous 1989 serial Fauji from today. The episodes will be aired every Monday to Thursday on DD National, allowing fans to relive the iconic show that launched Shah Rukh Khan's stardom. Along with this nostalgic feeling, the shooting of 'Fauji 2' has officially wrapped up in Pune, which will present the series in a new avatar.

The announcement of Fauji 2 has already created a stir among fans, making them eagerly await the return of this iconic story with a modern twist. Gauahar Khan, who plays Lt. Col. Simarjeet Kaur in Fauji 2, said, "This is the first time I have agreed to a project without even hearing the script. The moment Sandeep approached me, I said yes, as I am a huge Shah Rukh Khan fan. It is an unreal feeling to be a part of the Fauji universe and it is a proud moment to see Shah Rukh Khan's iconic series being presented again." Kanchan Prasad, Director General, Doordarshan said, 'Fauji is a timeless classic that leaves its mark on the audience. As we await Fauji 2, telecasting the original series is a perfect way to reconnect with the roots of this iconic show and celebrate its legacy before its next chapter begins.'

Fauji 2 will present a modern twist to the army drama with new cast members including Vicky Jain and Gauahar Khan. Fauji will be back on DD National every Monday to Thursday from today. 'Fauji 2' is produced by Sandeep Singh, creatively directed and co-produced by Vicky Jain and Zafar Mehdi, with Sameer Halim as the creative head, the title song is written by Shreyas Puranik and sung by Sonu Nigam. The story of Fauji 2 is written by Vishal Chaturvedi, screenplay by Amarnath Jha, dialogues by Anil Chaudhary and Chaitanya Tulsyan.