Kannada superstar Yash starrer KGF: Chapter 1 was released on 21 December 2018, and it left the audience completely impressed. The sequel of the film that hit the theatres on 14 April 2022 broke several box office records. Now fans are eagerly awaiting the release of KGF Chapter 3. Here is some heart breaking news for Rocky Bhai fans, KGF 3 is not happening ‘anytime soon’ and also Yash might get replaced in the fifth instalment.
Yash starrer KGF Chapter 3 update:
Hombale Films’ Vijay Kirgandur revealed that KGF 3 is not happening ‘anytime soon’ because the director Prashanth Neel is busy. Also that Yash might not play the role of Rocky Bhai in the fifth instalment.
As per the report on Metrosaga.com, Vijay Kirgandur said that the pre-production works for KGF Chapter 3 has as yet not begun. The film isn’t happening anytime soon as director Prashanth Neel is busy. The third part is expected to go on floors in 2025 and might release in 2026. He further added that there are plans to take the franchise forward till part 5 and might continue beyond the fifth instalment.
Yash might not be part of KGF 5
Kirgandur also revealed that Kannada superstar Yash might no longer play his iconic role of Rocky Bhai beyond KGF’s fifth instalment. “It is possible in the KGF franchise that after the 5th part, another hero may play Rocky Bhai’s role, just like the James Bond series, the heroes keep changing.”
Yash shares a note for fans:
Yash celebrated his 37th birthday on Sunday, January 8. Ahead of his birthday, the actor penned a letter addressing his fans and called them ‘my strength’. He revealed that he is working on something and so needs a special gift from his fans – ‘patience and understanding’.
“I am working towards clinching something that I believe in and am passionate about. You are the ones who empower me to think bigger and better. When I meet you next, I want to share that news and all the details with you. To be able to do that, I need some more time, which seems unlikely by the 8th of January. So, this year, I ask you all a specific gift – the gift of your patience and understanding,” a part of his note read.
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