The collaboration between Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan and director Siddharth Anand is in the news again. Following the release of ‘Fighter’ in early 2024, discussions about its sequel, ‘Fighter 2’, have gained significant momentum. A recent social media reaction from Siddharth Anand has fueled rumors that he is planning a big-budget project with Hrithik Roshan, which could become one of the most expensive action films in the history of Indian cinema.
The viral post and Rs 500 crore budget claim
Recently, an Instagram account shared a detailed post about ‘Fighter 2’, making several bold claims about the film’s production. According to the publication, the production work on ‘Fighter 2’ is scheduled to begin in September 2026. The publication further claimed that both Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone would return for the sequel. Notably, the film’s budget is rumored to be Rs 500 crore, which would mark the highest budget ever made for an Indian action film to date.
Siddharth Anand’s reaction on social media
Director Siddharth Anand himself commented on the viral post, causing a stir among fans. He dropped an ‘evil eye’ (nazar ka teeka) emoji in the comments section. While he hasn’t made an official announcement about the film, fans are interpreting this reaction as a subtle confirmation of the project. Following his comment, social media users began urging the director to make an official announcement. It remains to be seen in the near future if this reaction confirms ‘Fighter 2’ or was simply a casual response.
Performance of the original ‘Fighter’ (2024)
Released in early 2024, ‘Fighter’ featured Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone in lead roles under the direction of Siddharth Anand. The film had an average performance at the box office, ranking as the eighth highest-grossing film of the year. The current rumors surrounding the sequel have reignited interest in the franchise, especially with reports suggesting a significantly larger scale and massive financial investment for the second installment.
Siddharth Anand’s Current Project: ‘King’ with Shah Rukh Khan
Siddharth Anand is currently busy with his upcoming project titled ‘King’, starring Shah Rukh Khan. This follows their previous collaboration on ‘Pathaan’, which grossed over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide. ‘King’ is scheduled to release on December 24 this year and is also considered a high-budget venture. The film marks the big screen debut of Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan. The star-studded cast of ‘King’ also includes Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Rani Mukerji, while speculation suggests that the budget of ‘Fighter 2’ could even surpass that of ‘King’.
