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The wait is finally over for fans of the 2001 political thriller “Nayak: The Real Hero”. The film’s sequel, “Nayak 2”, is in the works, and it’s been confirmed that Anil Kapoor and Rani Mukerji will reprise their roles. The original film, directed by S. Shankar, was a critical and commercial success, and its sequel is highly anticipated.

According to sources, the script for “Nayak 2” is currently being written, with the story picking up where the first film left off. The sequel will explore what happens to Shivaji Rao, the TV presenter-turned-Chief Minister, and his family after he has been in power. The film will again delve into themes of corruption, bureaucracy, and the power of people.

Producer Deepak Mukut has confirmed the project, stating that initial discussions with Anil Kapoor and Rani Mukerji have begun. While the team is yet to finalize a director, they plan to make an announcement soon.

Mumbai, March 30 (Ians) The director of 2001 political action film ‘Nayak: The Real Hero’, S Shankar was spotted at the residence of Anil Kapoor on Saturday.

Speculations are rife that the actor is set to team up with the award-winning filmmaker Shankar for the sequel of their critically acclaimed film ‘Nayak’.

The visuals show Anil wearing an all black outfit and posing with Shankar, as the latter arrives at the 67-year-old actor’s house.

The two are posing happily for the lenses, sparking the speculations around ‘Nayak 2’.

The pictures have left the fans excited as they guessed them teaming up yet again for a powerful narrative.

Anil-starrer ‘Nayak’ was a remake of Shankar’s 1999 Tamil-language film ‘Mudhalvan’.

The film starred Rani Mukerji, Amrish Puri, Paresh Rawal, and Johnny Lever in pivotal roles.

The film went on to become one of the most critically acclaimed and successful films of the year.

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Sunday, marks the centenary of Ray, the Indian master who won an honorary Oscar in 1992, shortly before his death, and remains the country’s best known filmmaker internationally.

Ray debuted with “Pather Panchali” (1955) the first part of the magisterial Apu Trilogy, which won best human document at Cannes. The Trilogy includes “Aparajito” (1956) and “Apur Sansar” (1959). Berlin was a particularly happy venue for him and he won top awards at the festival numerous times, for “Pather Panchali,” “Aparajito,” “Mahanagar” (1963), “Charulata” (1964), “Nayak” (1966) and “Ashani Sanket” (1973).

At Venice he won for “Aparajito” and “Seemabaddha” (1971), culminating in a career Golden Lion in 1982. He also won a British Institute Fellowship in 1983 to go with the London Film Festival’s Sutherland Trophy for “Apur Sansar.” In 1987, the government of France made Ray a Commander of the Legion of Honor.

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Actor Anil Kapoor thinks a sequel to his hit Nayak: The Real Hero will make for a good film.

Asked which film of his deserves a sequel, Anil told Ians on the sidelines of the T20 Dhamaal shoot at the Star Sports studio: "I think a sequel to Nayak would be a good idea."?

A political action thriller, Nayak: The Real Hero is a remake of S. Shankar's successful Tamil film Mudhalvan. The 2001 film narrated the story of how a common man fights against the corrupt system, and how his life changes after he becomes a chief minster for a day. It features Rani Mukerji and the late Amrish Puri.

What's the most exciting aspect of being in the industry at the moment??

"The new wave of ideas and content. The unexplored territories and new challenges," Anil said.?

The actor is looking forward to the release of Total Dhamaal.

Nayak: The Real Hero proved to be a milestone in Anil Kapoor's career after it released in 2001. Being the remake of the Tamil blockbuster Mudhalvan, the film was directed by S Shankar and produced by A M Rathnam. And now, aiming to revive the popularity of the film, yet another installment of the film is being planned. Jayantilal Gada of Pen India Pvt. Ltd revealed that they are all set to make Nayak Returns with Anil Kapoor being roped in, as the protagonist once again. However, Gada also claims that the film will have a new subject that throws some light on social issues but will not be a prequel or sequel to its first installment. The character that Anil will play, however, will be similar to his previous role as Shivaji Rao. Nayak Returns is currently in its initial stages and the director and the rest of the...