New Delhi: In the midst of swirling rumors that the sequels to the epic fantasy film “Brahmastra” were on the brink of cancellation, filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has taken to social media to set the record straight. On the one-year anniversary of the release of “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,” Mukerji confirmed that the highly-anticipated second and third installments of the film are indeed in active development.
In a recent Instagram post, Ayan Mukerji shared a captivating video montage featuring scenes from the first installment of “Brahmastra.” Accompanying the visuals were the words, “On 9th Sept 2022 we introduced you to a world of astras. Celebrating 1 year of Brahmastra. Brahmastra part two and three development in progress.” Mukerji went on to express his gratitude, saying, “Happy 1st Birthday, Brahmāstra! Thank you for all the Creativity, all the HardWork, and for all the Lessons in Film-making, and in life! P.S.: Will share some early artwork from the next stage of the Brahmāstra journey in a bit…”
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Fans and enthusiasts of the “Brahmastra” franchise rejoiced upon hearing this confirmation. Many took to the comments section to express their excitement and offer words of encouragement. One fan eagerly wrote, “Can’t wait for Brahmastra part 2 Ayan sir! Kudos to you and the team’s hard work and dedication.” Another comment acknowledged the first installment’s flaws but expressed hope, saying, “Despite terrible screenplay and dialogues, I’m still hopeful of Brahmastra 2 & 3.” Several fans shared their casting preferences and aspirations for the upcoming sequels, emphasizing the importance of continuity in character portrayals.
Filmmaker Karan Johar, who is associated with the “Brahmastra” project, also commemorated the first anniversary of the film with a heartfelt Instagram post. In his message, he highlighted the dedication and collective effort that went into creating the epic fantasy adventure. He stated, “Today we mark and celebrate one year of this labour of love. Truly, one experience… one journey… one story that is told with the heart and soul. An army of people giving in their best to showcase nothing short of magic on the big screen. The power of love & light will continue to shine bright!!! #brahmastra.”
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“Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,” released in 2022, marked the initiation of a high-budget fantasy adventure franchise helmed by Ayan Mukerji. The film follows the journey of Shiva, portrayed by Ranbir Kapoor, as he embarks on a quest to uncover the origins of his extraordinary powers, accompanied by Isha, played by Alia Bhatt. The stellar cast also includes Amitabh Bachchan and Mouni Roy, with special appearances by Shah Rukh Khan and Nagarjuna. The film was jointly produced by Star Studios and Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, achieving remarkable commercial success, grossing over ₹400 crore worldwide, even in the midst of the pandemic.
Mukerji’s announcement also confirmed that “Brahmastra Part Two” and “Brahmastra Part Three” are on the horizon. These sequels, slated for release in 2026 and 2027, are expected to be grander and more ambitious than their predecessor, further expanding the captivating narrative of the “Brahmastra” franchise.
