Gully Boy played a significant role in ushering in a new wave of hip-hop in India, achieving both critical and commercial success. As fans eagerly awaited another strong hip-hop film, exciting news about the sequel has emerged. Reports suggest that Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday might star in sequel to Gully Boy.
Vicky Kaushal & Ananya Panday to star in sequel to Gully Boy?
Recent reports from Filmfare indicate that the makers are planning a sequel to Gully Boy, featuring two new additions to the cast Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday. While it’s still uncertain whether Ranveer Singh and Siddhant Chaturvedi will reprise their roles, there’s potential for their return in Gully Boy 2 if the sequel proves successful. Arjun Varain Singh, known for directing Netflix’s Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, is set to direct the sequel.
A source close to the project shared, “Arjun Varain Singh, who directed Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, is slated to direct the Gully Boy sequel. He’s confident that Ananya, who was his heroine in Kho Gaye, will be the perfect lead. Vicky has been attached to the sequel for a long time now. Let’s see if all these three artists can come together to recreate the magic of Gully Boy.”
The source also mentioned, “The success of Gully Boy 2 could pave the way for a potential third instalment, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. That’s a possibility that’s still very uncertain.”
Gully Boy’s impact
Featuring Ranveer Singh, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, Gully Boy was inspired by the lives of Indian hip-hop pioneers Naezy and Divine. These artists continue to influence the genre, paving the way for successors like Emiway, MC Stan, MC Mawali, MC Altaf, and others.
The film brought Mumbai hip-hop to national prominence, showcasing lyrical melodies and raw rap to a broader audience. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, it illustrated her ability to create an iconic film without focusing on high-class families.
About Gully Boy
In addition to Ranveer and Alia, the movie features Kalki Koechlin, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Varma, Amruta Subhash, and Vijay Raaz. Siddhant Chaturvedi made his acting debut in this film, which is inspired by the lives of rappers Divine and Naezy. The film won 13 Filmfare Awards. Awards like Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Male Debut, and Best Supporting Actor. It also became a massive box office success and is available for streaming on Prime Video.
On the work front, Vicky Kaushal will next appear in Chhava. He was recently seen in Bad Newz alongside Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk. Ananya Panday was last featured in the Netflix film CTRL.