In a surprising revelation, filmmaker and actor Pooja Bhatt has shared the emotional backstory behind the creation of 'Sadak 2', explaining that the sequel emerged from Sanjay Dutt's heartfelt longing rather than commercial franchise pressure.
The Delhi Conversation That Started It All
During an episode of her podcast 'The Pooja Bhatt Show' featuring actor Avtar Gill, Pooja Bhatt recalled the pivotal moment when Sanjay Dutt first approached her about making a sequel to their 1991 blockbuster. The conversation took place during a meeting in Delhi, where Dutt personally initiated discussions about reviving the iconic film.
"I remember when I met Sanju in Delhi, he started the conversation with me about making Sadak 2," Pooja revealed. Her initial reaction was resistance, as she felt sequels weren't her brand. This hesitation led her to first discuss the idea with producer Mukesh Bhatt, who subsequently declined to approach director Mahesh Bhatt about the project.
Missing the Magic of the Original Set
When Pooja finally gathered the courage to present Sanjay Dutt's proposal to her father, Mahesh Bhatt's immediate question cut to the heart of the matter: "Why does he want to make it?" The answer, as Pooja discovered, was deeply personal and emotional.
Sanjay Dutt's motivation wasn't commercial but emotional - he genuinely missed the unique atmosphere and camaraderie that defined the original 'Sadak' set. "What he told me was that the environment that was there on the sets I miss," Pooja explained, emphasizing that for Dutt, the real magic existed in the off-camera relationships.
Avtar Gill confirmed hearing similar sentiments from Dutt, adding credibility to this emotional narrative. Pooja elaborated on what made those early days so special, noting that the conversations between shots significantly influenced their on-screen chemistry and performance quality.
Completing the Creative Circle
Originally released in 1991, 'Sadak' was a romantic action thriller directed by Mahesh Bhatt that became one of the year's highest-grossing films. The sequel, 'Sadak 2', arrived twenty-nine years later, bringing Sanjay Dutt back to his iconic role while introducing new cast members Alia Bhatt and Aditya Roy Kapur.
The film marked Mahesh Bhatt's return to direction after two decades, creating a full creative circle that began with one star's sincere desire to relive the cherished on-set family dynamics. Pooja Bhatt made a special appearance in the sequel, connecting the new generation with the original film's legacy.
This revelation highlights how genuine emotional connections and nostalgic bonds can sometimes drive major film projects more powerfully than commercial calculations, demonstrating the enduring impact of positive creative collaborations in Bollywood.
