Salman Khan's 'Kick 2' is in scripting stage
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Screenwriter Rajat Arora, who co-wrote the dialogues for Salman Khan's upcoming film Sikandar, is currently working on the script of the superstar's much-anticipated sequel of the 2014 blockbuster Kick.
Arora confirmed that the script for Kick 2 is underway and will be finished soon to a portal.
He disclosed that the sequel will continue the story of Devi Lal Singh aka Devil (Khan), who becomes a police officer.
Sequel development
'Wanted it to have a new story and be perfect'
Speaking about Kick 2's development, Arora shared with Mid-Day, "If any character demands a sequel, it is Devi Lal from Kick."
He admitted to the high demand for a sequel but stressed on a new story.
"We could have done it much earlier if we wanted to cash in on Kick's popularity and Salman's stardom. But we didn't want to make the film for the heck of it; we wanted it to have a new story and be perfect."
Production progress
Arora on the film's timeline and Sajid Nadiadwala's role
While there are speculations that Kick 2 will go on floors by August, Arora didn't confirm any specific timeline.
However, he did assert that producer Sajid Nadiadwala is committed to ensuring the sequel is an all-out entertainer like the original.
"Sajid sir knows all aspects of filmmaking, including storytelling. Salman's personality and stardom are legendary. So, I have to keep his stardom in mind while writing," Arora explained.
Co-writing experience
Arora discusses collaboration on 'Sikandar'
Arora also spoke about his recent collaboration on the film Sikandar, where he co-wrote the dialogues along with Hussain Dalal and Abbas Dalal.
He divulged that director AR Murugadoss's treatment of the themes in Sikandar was what inspired him to join the project.
"When I heard the story from Murugadoss sir, I was blown away. It's a powerful subject, a socially relevant yet entertaining film," he shared.
Sikandar, releasing on Sunday, is also produced by Nadiadwala.