Remo D'Souza Returns to His Dance Film Roots with 'ABCD 3'
Choreographer-turned-director Remo D'Souza, who pioneered the dance film genre in Bollywood with 'ABCD – Any Body Can Dance' in 2013, is reportedly developing a new installment, tentatively titled 'ABCD 3'. According to industry sources, the project is being produced by Amit Chandrra of Trigger Happy Studios, with D'Souza and his team currently working on the screenplay.
From Humble Beginnings to Box Office Success
The original 'ABCD' film, released without major stars, opened with a respectable Rs. 5.50 crores in 2013, competing directly with Akshay Kumar's 'Special 26'. This demonstrated the commercial viability of dance-focused narratives in Indian cinema. The 2015 sequel, 'ABCD 2', featuring Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor, became a massive hit, crossing the Rs. 100 crores mark at the box office and solidifying the franchise's popularity.
A New Vision for Modern Audiences
Remo D'Souza is approaching this new project with a keen awareness of how audience preferences have evolved since his last dance film. He is reportedly considering the changing consumption patterns, increased exposure to diverse dance forms, and the sensibilities of Gen Z and Gen Alpha viewers while crafting the story. This strategic focus aims to ensure the film resonates with contemporary moviegoers while retaining the core elements that made the earlier installments successful.
Potential Return of Original Characters
Reports suggest that 'ABCD 3' might serve as a continuation of the first film, potentially bringing back characters from the original 'ABCD – Any Body Can Dance'. This move could appeal to longtime fans of the franchise while introducing these beloved figures to a new generation of audiences.
Remo D'Souza's Directorial Journey
Remo D'Souza began his career as a choreographer before transitioning to direction. His filmography includes:
- Directorial debut with the Bengali film 'Lal Pahare'r Katha' (2007)
- First Hindi film as director: 'F.A.L.T.U.' (2011)
- Dance film breakthroughs: 'ABCD – Any Body Can Dance' (2013) and 'ABCD 2' (2015)
- Subsequent projects: 'A Flying Jatt' (2016), 'Race 3' (2018), and 'Street Dancer 3D' (2020)
- Most recent work: The dance movie 'Be Happy' (2025), released on Amazon Prime Video
This new project marks a significant return to the genre that established D'Souza as a distinctive voice in Bollywood, blending athletic choreography with mainstream storytelling.
