Tabu's Chandni Bar Sequel In The Making: Here's All You Need To Know

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Singh has acquired the rights to Chandni Bar and announced a sequel with his banner Legend Studios. The film will be directed by Ajay Bahl, known for unconventional films like Section 375 and BA Pass, with a release date set for December 3, 2026, marking 25 years of the cult classic.

Chandni Bar sequel announced

Released in 2001, Madhur Bhandarkar’s Chandni Bar was a raw and unflinching portrayal of Mumbai’s underbelly. Headlined by Tabu and Atul Kulkarni, the film earned multiple National Awards and went on to achieve cult status in Indian cinema. Two decades later, it remains remembered for Tabu’s powerhouse performance and its gritty storytelling, which broke new ground.ALSO READ: 'Madhur Bhandarkar Is Not Interested'! Chandni Bar 2 Director Mohan Azad Breaks Silence On Fallout Rumours - EXCLUSIVESandeep shared, "Chandni Bar was never just a film; it was a mirror to society, unflinching and honest. Two decades later, the struggles of survival, dignity, and ambition are still real. With this sequel, I want to confront those truths again, telling a story that resonates with today’s generation with the same grit and authenticity as the original."Ajay Bahl further said, "Working with Sandeep Singh on Chandni Bar 2 is an opportunity to revisit a story that changed the landscape of Indian cinema. The original was landmark filmmaking, and we want the sequel to carry forward that same intensity while speaking to the world we live in today."

More about Chandni Bar 2

The film will be shot extensively across Mumbai and Dubai. The shoot is expected to commence in the middle of next year. Casting for the leading roles will begin soon. It is unclear whether the original cast will make a comeback. The sequel will introduce a new-age Chandni Bar set in an international environment.