Rowdy Rathore 2: Akshay Kumar NOT Returning As Vikrant Singh? Here's What We Know

Akshay Kumar has always worked his magic on the big screen. As fans eagerly await the sequel to his blockbuster Rowdy Rathore, fresh reports suggest that the actor might be replaced in the highly anticipated

film.

Akshay Kumar not in Rowdy Rathore 2?

As per reports by India Today, "Bhansali Productions is actively working on several major projects, including Rowdy Rathore 2. It’s one of the studio’s biggest franchises with a strong pan-India fan base. Given the film’s wide popularity, the makers are looking to cast a major pan-Indian star."This has hinted that Akshay Kumar may not return as Vikrant Singh Rathore, although the makers are yet to make an official announcement regarding the cast.ALSO READ: Karan Johar Says Half of Him Is 'Scarred' By Childhood, Admits He Gets 'Paranoid' About...

Akshay Kumar and Anees Bazme collaboration

On the work front, Akshay Kumar is set to reunite with Anees Bazmee for a love triangle-themed film that promises to recreate their cinematic magic. Sources told Bollywood Hungama, "Anees and Akshay loved the plot of the lead character stuck between his wife and ex-girlfriend that Sankranthiki Vasthunam rides on. However, the original had a lot of Telugu flavour. To make the film palatable for the Hindi audience, Anees Bazmee is reimagining the film, keeping the core plot intact."

More on Rowdy Rathore (2012)

Rowdy Rathore is a 2012 action film directed by Prabhu Deva and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ronnie Screwvala under the UTV Motion Pictures and Bhansali Productions banners. A remake of the 2006 Telugu film Vikramarkudu. It stars Akshay Kumar in a dual role of a brave police officer and a thief. The film also features Sonakshi Sinha, Gurdeep Kohli, Yashpal Sharma and Paresh Ganatra in supporting roles, while Nassar portrays the main antagonist.