Reports suggest that the sequel, Pathaan 2, is already in the works, with the script finalized and production set to begin in early 2026. Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s blockbuster film Pathaan, which released in January 2023, became an instant hit. Fans were excited to hear that the duo would be returning for the sequel.
Aditya Chopra Behind the Script
According to Peeping Moon, Aditya Chopra, the mastermind behind the Pathaan series, has been working on the script since mid-2023. After months of detailed planning, the script for Pathaan 2 is now locked. It promises to expand on the story of Pathaan, taking the saga to greater heights and laying the foundation for future conflicts in the YRF Spy Universe. Sources say the screenplay, crafted by Aditya, Sridhar Raghavan, and Abbas Tyrewala, has been designed to be even more intense and grand than the first movie. Shah Rukh Khan himself has seen the script and is reportedly excited about the direction the sequel is taking.
New Director Search Underway
While Pathaan director Siddharth Anand won’t be returning for the sequel, Aditya Chopra is on the lookout for a new director to bring a fresh perspective to the action-packed film. The hunt for the right director is still ongoing, and the goal is to offer audiences something unique while continuing the story of SRK’s iconic spy character.
Production and Timeline
Preparations for Pathaan 2 are set to begin in late 2025, with shooting expected to kick off in the first quarter of 2026. Shah Rukh Khan will reportedly begin work on the sequel once he wraps up filming for his upcoming project King, which also stars his daughter, Suhana Khan. King is targeting a 2026 release.
Pathaan 2 and the YRF Spy Universe
Pathaan marked Shah Rukh Khan’s highly anticipated return to the big screen after 2018’s Zero. Along with Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, the film became a massive success. Pathaan 2 will be the eighth film in the YRF Spy Universe, following Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3. Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR are currently working on War 2, and the universe will continue to expand with Alpha, a new film starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari.
