The recent surge in popularity for actors Akshaye Khanna and Bobby Deol has ignited fresh speculation about a potential sequel to their iconic 2002 thriller, Humraaz. Producer Ratan Jain has now confirmed that discussions are indeed underway, though the project hinges on one crucial element: a compelling script.
The Spark of Renewed Interest
Much like Bobby Deol's headline-grabbing performance in Animal (2023), Akshaye Khanna has been receiving widespread acclaim for his recent big-screen work in Dhurandhar. This dual resurgence has led netizens to revisit the actors' past collaboration, frequently sharing clips and reels from Humraaz online. The viral trend and fan demand have directly fueled the current buzz surrounding a possible follow-up to the Abbas-Mustan directed film.
Producer Ratan Jain's Conditional Green Light
In a candid conversation with Mumbai Mirror, producer Ratan Jain addressed the growing excitement. He revealed that while he is in regular discussion with directors Abbas and Mustan, nothing is set in stone. "They are working on the script. If the actors approve of it, then we will go ahead and make the film," Jain stated, setting the primary condition for the project's launch.
Jain further clarified that it is not guaranteed the original director duo will helm the sequel. "It all depends on the script. It's not necessary that the director duo will helm the film. I can't guarantee that," he explained. The decision, he emphasized, rests on the strength of the final screenplay and whether it gains approval from all key parties.
The Challenge of Reuniting Stars After 25 Years
Highlighting a significant hurdle, Jain pointed out the considerable time gap since the original film's release. "Humraaz released almost 25 years ago," he noted, adding that both Khanna and Deol have evolved tremendously as performers. This evolution means the new material must be powerful enough to genuinely excite them for a reunion.
"I do have an idea in mind, but it needs to be developed properly before I narrate it to them," Jain shared, offering a glimpse into the early stages. He confirmed that he keeps the subject alive in conversations with both actors, concluding, "Let's see how it shapes up." The producer's statements paint a picture of cautious optimism, where fan desire meets the practical realities of script development and actor alignment.
The ball, it seems, is now in the writers' court. The fate of a Humraaz sequel depends on crafting a narrative worthy of bringing two of Bollywood's currently most-talked-about actors back together, a quarter-century after their first on-screen partnership.
