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Ajay Devgn Films has officially announced a new release date for its much-awaited comedy sequel Son of Sardaar 2. Initially set to hit theatres on July 25, 2025, the film will now arrive on the big screen a week later, on August 1, 2025. While the production house has not cited a specific reason for the postponement, speculation is rife across the internet—and the finger seems to be pointing toward the surprise box office juggernaut, Saiyaara.
A Sudden Shift: Devgn Avoids Direct Clash?
The announcement was made via Ajay Devgn Films' official social media handles, where the post read:
“Jassi Paaji and toli will see you in cinemas worldwide on 1st August 2025.”
The film, directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, is a sequel to the 2012 hit Son of Sardaar, which starred Devgn in the lead role and was directed by Ashwni Dhir. The upcoming installment is produced by Ajay Devgn, Jyoti Deshpande, N R Pachisia, and Pravin Talreja. It will feature Mrunal Thakur as the female lead and also star Vindu Dara Singh in a key role.
Fan Reactions: Is Saiyaara the Real Reason?
The timing of the delay has led to a flurry of fan theories online. Many believe the shift was strategically done to avoid competing with Saiyaara, a romantic drama featuring debutant Ahaan Panday and directed by Mohit Suri, which has taken the domestic box office by storm.
Released in over 8,000 screens across India, Saiyaara opened to a jaw-dropping ₹21.25 crore on day one, making it the biggest ever debut-day collection for a film led by a newcomer. Social media users were quick to point out this coincidence:
- “Saiyaara effect,” commented one user.
- “Saiyaara ka itna khauf ki movie he postpone kar di,” joked another.
- “Saiyaara ka nahi, Mahavtar Narsimha ka effect hai,” quipped a third, referring to another upcoming release creating buzz.
These comments suggest that Devgn’s team may be playing it safe to avoid a direct clash with a film that’s already demonstrating strong word-of-mouth and unprecedented box office momentum.
Revisiting Son of Sardaar Legacy
The original Son of Sardaar, released in 2012, was a commercial success, grossing around ₹161.48 crore worldwide. The film followed the story of Jaswinder "Jassi" Singh Randhawa, played by Ajay Devgn, who returns from London to sell ancestral property in Punjab, only to find himself entangled in a long-standing family feud.
The blend of comedy, action, and Punjabi flavour resonated well with the audience, making it a memorable hit in Devgn’s filmography.
With the sequel now on the horizon, fans were eagerly looking forward to another laughter-packed entertainer, but the delay has slightly dimmed the excitement—at least temporarily.
The Saiyaara Phenomenon: A Game-Changer?
Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara is quickly shaping up to be one of the most remarkable debut-led films in recent memory. Apart from Ahaan Panday, it also stars Aneet Padda, known for her work in the web series Big Girls Don’t Cry and the feature film Salaam Venky.
Interestingly, Saiyaara reached these milestones without any traditional promotional campaign. The film had no interviews, no influencer marketing, no city tours—just strong content and digital strategy.
“Achieved all this without the actors being opened up to public gaze and without any traditional publicity and marketing approach—so zero interviews, zero city visits, no reels, no influencer content, no visibility. Just the power of strong content marketed to the entire nation,” the makers said in a statement.
It has also become the career-best opener for Mohit Suri and is now being closely watched as a potential long-run winner at the box office.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
While Son of Sardaar 2’s postponement may disappoint fans, the decision seems to reflect a smart strategic move by Ajay Devgn and his team. With Saiyaara proving to be an unexpected box office behemoth, it makes sense for a big-ticket comedy to wait a week and avoid a costly clash. As August 1 approaches, all eyes will now be on how well Son of Sardaar 2 performs once it finally hits the big screen—and whether it can recreate the magic of its predecessor.