Pathaan 2 Update: Viral Dubai Event Sparks Buzz About SRK’s Next Spy Film
Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited Pathaan 2 appears to be moving closer to reality after a surprise announcement at a Dubai event created a massive wave of excitement among fans. Pathaan, released in 2023, marked SRK’s grand comeback after a four-year break and went on to become the highest-grossing film of Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe. The sequel has been widely speculated for months, but the Dubai announcement has intensified the buzz.
During the launch of a luxury tower named after him, SRK shared the stage with the developer, who unexpectedly said that “Pathaan 2 is coming.” A video from the event went viral within minutes, with fans celebrating the possibility of the superstar returning as the RAW agent once again. The developer was heard saying, “Like every blockbuster movie gets a sequel, Pathaan 2 aa rahi hai,” sending the crowd into a frenzy.
This announcement also aligns with speculation on social media. One viral X post claimed, “ALL TIME GROSSER Pathaan to get a sequel. Pathaan 2 likely to start next year after Alpha release.” Fans have been predicting that a post-credit cameo by SRK in Alia Bhatt’s upcoming film Alpha may confirm the sequel.
Industry chatter suggests that Pathaan 2 could begin filming in 2026, with Chile as the primary international shoot location. Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font’s recent visit to India reportedly played a role in discussions. Actor-filmmaker Anshuman Jha revealed that “concrete conversations” are happening between Yash Raj Films and Chilean authorities to shoot Pathaan 2 and Lakadbaggha 3 in the country next year.
Pathaan revived Shah Rukh Khan’s action-star image and delivered record-breaking box office success worldwide. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film also featured Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, and a cameo by Salman Khan. Its massive popularity made a sequel not just expected but almost inevitable.
However, neither Shah Rukh Khan nor YRF has officially confirmed Pathaan 2. The Dubai announcement has fuelled expectations, but the final green light is likely to depend on the performance of upcoming Spy Universe films, including Alpha.
For now, fans eagerly await an official announcement and hope to see SRK return as one of Bollywood’s most stylish and beloved spies.
Our Thoughts
The excitement around Pathaan 2 reflects the immense cultural impact the first film created when it reestablished Shah Rukh Khan as a dominant force in action cinema. Even though no official confirmation has been issued, the Dubai event has set expectations soaring, especially among fans who view Pathaan as a landmark moment in SRK’s career revival. The decision to explore Chile as a shooting destination also signals Yash Raj Films’ ambition to expand the visual scale of the Spy Universe. At the same time, the reliance on viral announcements and indirect hints shows how modern Bollywood increasingly uses public hype to build anticipation long before filming begins. As audiences await Alpha, which may include a post-credit reference to Pathaan, the future of the franchise appears promising. If Pathaan 2 does go on floors next year, it will undoubtedly become one of the most anticipated films in recent memory.