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Jackie Shroff hints at Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit reunion in Khalnayak Returns

Jackie Shroff hints at Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit reunion in Khalnayak Returns

3 min readMumbaiJun 3, 2026 08:23 AM IST Jackie Shroff isn’t complaining that fellow ’80s stars are dominating the screens yet again. He headlines a superhero movie, Manish Saini’s The Great Grand Superhero, and will be next seen in Ahmed Khan’s adventure comedy Welcome to the Jungle. Meanwhile, his former co-star Madhuri Dixit will be seen in Suresh Triveni’s comedy Maa Behen on Netflix India this Friday. Their Khal Nayak co-star Sanjay Dutt is on a roll as well, having starred in Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge and Riteish Deshmukh’s period war drama Raj Shivaji this year. “I’m sure your mom and dad aren’t complaining either,” Jackie tells this writer in an exclusive interview. While he hasn’t signed on the dotted line yet, he made his intent clear to SCREEN about reuniting with Sanjay and Madhuri in the recently announced sequel to their film, Khalnayak Returns. “There’s no discussion yet. The story is yet to reach me. Sanju baba’s posters are already out as Khalnaayak. Bas police officer Ram Sinha aur unki …

Khalnayak Returns: Jackky Shroff confirms being a part of Sanjay Dutt`s sequel

Khalnayak Returns: Jackky Shroff confirms being a part of Sanjay Dutt`s sequel

Actor Jackie Shroff recently confirmed that he will be joining Sanjay Dutt in Khalnayak Returns, the sequel to Subhash Ghai’s 1993 film Khal Nayak. The veteran actor shared he has already spoken to the makers and made it clear that he will return to the iconic franchise. Jackie Shroff to confirm being a part of Khalnayak Returns  Speaking to India Today, Jackie spoke about reuniting with Sanjay Dutt in the new sequel more than 33 years later. He shared that he was looking forward to the project and that his character would continue to be part of the story. Talking of Khalnayak Returns, Jackie said, “Excellent! I’m waiting for it.” Further confirming his involvement, Jackie added, “100&#37. Commissioner has to be there, right? Commissioner toh hoga na (There must be a Commissioner, right?).” During the conversation, Jackie Shroff also spoke about his co-star and friend, Sanjay Dutt, saying he was happy to work with his friends again. “It’s nice to be with friends. Mera jaan hai Sanju Baba (he is my life),” Jackie said. He …

Jackie Shroff to reunite with his ‘jaan’ Sanjay Dutt in Khalnayak Returns: ‘Commissioner toh hoga na’

Jackie Shroff to reunite with his ‘jaan’ Sanjay Dutt in Khalnayak Returns: ‘Commissioner toh hoga na’

More than three decades after Khal Nayak became one of Bollywood’s most iconic crime dramas, the film’s legendary rivalry is officially returning to the big screen. Veteran actor Jackie Shroff has confirmed that he will reunite with Sanjay Dutt for Khalnayak Returns, the sequel to Khal Nayak directed by Subhash Ghai. The announcement has instantly sparked excitement among Bollywood fans who still remember the intense cat-and-mouse dynamic between Sanjay Dutt’s Ballu Balram and Jackie Shroff’s upright police officer Inspector Ram from the original 1993 blockbuster. Jackie Shroff and Sanjay Dutt in a still from Khal Nayak. Jackie Shroff confirms his return Speaking about the sequel to India Today, Jackie Shroff shared his excitement about stepping back into the world of Khal Nayak and hinted that his character has now evolved further within the police force. In the original film, Shroff played Inspector Ram, the determined cop assigned to capture Ballu Balram, one of Hindi cinema’s most memorable anti-heroes. Confirming his involvement in the sequel, the actor said, “Excellent! I’m waiting for it. 100%. Commissioner has …

Ram Lakhan’s Sonika Gill lost Khalnayak after accident, now lives with husband and his first wife | Bollywood News

Ram Lakhan’s Sonika Gill lost Khalnayak after accident, now lives with husband and his first wife | Bollywood News

Does the name Sonika Gill ring a bell? Yes, it’s the blue-eyed actor who played Vivia in Subhash Ghai’s 1989 blockbuster action romance Ram Lakhan. With no godfather in Bollywood, Sonika, a trained classical dancer from Delhi, made inroads into Bollywood through minor supporting roles in films for almost a decade before she got her breakthrough in the Anil Kapoor-starrer. Sonika Gill was actively involved in the cultural activities at her school, often performing on the stage with her schoolmate and future ace singer Sonu Nigam. When she moved to Mumbai, Sonika did minor roles in films like Nazrana Pyar Ka (1980), Prem Geet (1981), Siskiyan (1983), Aaj Ki Awaz (1984), Anokha Insaan (1986), and Main Aur Tum (1987), before signing her first major film, Manoj Kumar’s Clerk (1989). She soon got a call from Subhash Ghai’s office, who after the first meeting itself, signed her for a three-film deal. While rising sensations like Sangeeta Bijlani and Sonu Walia were also in the running, the filmmaker opted for Sonika because he had faith in her …

Why Subhash Ghai won’t direct Sanjay Dutt-starrer Khalnayak Returns: ‘No one can make it the way I did’ | Bollywood News

Why Subhash Ghai won’t direct Sanjay Dutt-starrer Khalnayak Returns: ‘No one can make it the way I did’ | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiApr 28, 2026 07:14 PM IST Sanjay Dutt is gearing up to reprise his iconic role of Ballu in Khalnayak Returns, the sequel to his 1993 blockbuster Khal Nayak. The recently unveiled promo has sparked both surprise and excitement among fans. However, one major point of disappointment is that filmmaker Subhash Ghai will not be directing the sequel. In an interview with Bombay Times, Subhash addressed his absence from the director’s chair and revealed that Sanjay had been eager to revisit the story for years. He said, “Sanju was passionate about making this sequel for years. Even during his time in jail, he had written to me saying, ‘Uncle, I want to make this film.’ So, I sent him the concept and story. If you ask me, no one can make this film the way I did. However, I don’t want to remake my own film; besides, I am 80 now.” The filmmaker added that he encouraged Sanjay to take the project forward independently. He said, “I told Sanju, ‘If you are so …

4,000 prisoners and one script: How Sanjay Dutt’s time in jail breathed new life into Khalnayak Returns | Bollywood News

4,000 prisoners and one script: How Sanjay Dutt’s time in jail breathed new life into Khalnayak Returns | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiApr 26, 2026 11:25 AM IST On Friday, actor Sanjay Dutt announced Khalnayak Returns, “a fresh interpretation” of his 1993 blockbuster Khalnayak. The movie will be bankrolled by Jio Studios, Sanjay’s Three Dimension Motion Pictures and Aksha Kamboj’s Aspect Entertainment. During his interaction with the media at the event, the actor revealed that he got the idea for Khalnayak Returns while he was in jail. Sanjay Dutt on Khalnayak Returns During the event in Mumbai, Sanjay Dutt shared how he thought of making Khalnayak Returns while he was in jail during the 90s. The actor revealed, “I got the thought of making Khalnayak part 2 in jail (smiles). I used to play music inside the prison. The inmates used to insist only on the songs of Khalnayak. I asked them, ‘Agar Khalnayak phir se banaye, toh kaun dekhna chahega? (If Khalnayak is remade, who would like to see it).’ All 4000 prisoners said in unison that they would love to see it. I told them, ‘Send me a one-pager idea of the film.’ …

Sanjay Dutt announces ‘Khalnayak’ sequel, says he got idea for movie in jail

Sanjay Dutt announces ‘Khalnayak’ sequel, says he got idea for movie in jail

Mumbai, Actor Sanjay Dutt on Friday announced his new film, “Khalnayak Returns”, which will be a fresh interpretation of the 1993 cult classic. Sanjay Dutt announces ‘Khalnayak’ sequel, says he got idea for movie in jail Dutt’s Three Dimension Motion Pictures and Producer Aksha Kamboj’s Aspect Entertainment have jointly secured the rights from filmmaker Subhash Ghai and his company Mukta Arts for the second part of the iconic action-crime movie, which also featured Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit. The makers unveiled a brief teaser of “Khalnayak Returns” at a special event, with Dutt reprising his iconic role of Ballu in a rugged new avatar.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ The 66-year-old actor thanked Ghai for allowing him to make “Khalnayak” again. “The journey of ‘Khalnayak’ has been long and without Subhash ji it wouldn’t have been possible. He is a legend and the man of entertainment. He will be part of this ‘Khalnayak’,” Dutt told reporters here. The actor revealed that while he was serving his jail term in connection with the 1993 Mumbai blast case, he began developing the …

Khalnayak Returns: Sanjay Dutt’s Ballu reimagined, reborn and more fearless than ever. Watch | Bollywood News

Khalnayak Returns: Sanjay Dutt’s Ballu reimagined, reborn and more fearless than ever. Watch | Bollywood News

3 min readKochiUpdated: Apr 24, 2026 10:08 PM IST Actor Sanjay Dutt is all set for his biggest cinematic endeavour in recent times. Fans will see him once again as the iconic Balaram Prasad aka Ballu from legendary filmmaker Subhash Ghai’s blockbuster movie Khal Nayak (1993), as a sequel to the actioner is currently in the making. The makers of the movie, titled Khalnayak Returns, officially announced it with a special teaser that offers glimpses of Sanjay Dutt as Ballu 2.0. However, unlike the 1993 film, the latest instalment in the franchise appears far bloodier and grittier, suggesting it will be an out-and-out actioner. Also Read | ‘Nysa and I were fighting, struggled with each other for 3 years’: Kajol on difficulty in bonding with daughter What’s in Khalnayak Returns teaser? The 72-second promo begins with a close-up of flames. As the camera zooms out, it reveals that the entire place is burning. On one side, a man can be seen lying unconscious, drenched in blood. As the fire burns on both sides, a man …

Baaghi 4: Sanjay Dutt to lock horns with Tiger Shroff, fans say ‘Khalnayak is back’. See first look | Bollywood

Baaghi 4: Sanjay Dutt to lock horns with Tiger Shroff, fans say ‘Khalnayak is back’. See first look | Bollywood

Actor Sanjay Dutt is entering the Baaghi franchise, and it is expected to get bloodier and grungier. His entry to action-thriller Baaghi 4 was announced on Monday with a poster launch, infusing a fresh dose of excitement around the film. Also read: ‘Sab Animal banenge’: Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4 poster reminds netizens of the last scene in Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal The first poster of Baaghi 4 was released featuring Tiger Shroff, was released in November. Sanjay Dutt enters Baaghi 4 On Monday, the first-look poster of Sanjay’s character was unveiled, showcasing the actor in a gripping and intense avatar. The poster shows Sanjay seated on a throne, clad in blood-soaked clothes, with a lifeless woman in his arms, exuding a powerful mix of pain and rage. The poster comes with the accompanying tagline, “Every Aashiq Is A Villain”, teasing a complex and intriguing character, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the film’s release. Actor Tiger Shroff shared the poster on his Instagram handle, writing, “Every Aashiq is a Villain” … Presenting @duttsanjay in Baaghi 4.” Fans get …

31 years of Khalnayak: Subhash Ghai says, `Ballu Balram became iconic`

Subhash Ghai’s directorial ‘Khalnayak’ clocks 31 years. Sanjay Dutt’s character Ballu Balram remains iconic even after decades. It became a bookmark and served as an inspiration for filmmakers to create similar characters. On August 6, 1993, theatres across the nation were electrified with the anthem “Nayak Nahi Khalnayak Hoon Main.” Filmmaker Subhash Ghai once again demonstrated his unmatched ability to create larger-than-life cinema in Bollywood.  Reflecting on the film’s impact, Subhash Ghai marvels, “I am beyond grateful to the audiences for their endless love towards the characters, songs, and everything about the film after thirty-one years of its release. Needless to say, `Ballu Balram` went on to become the most iconic character in the history of Indian cinema and stands tall with pride even today as the references from the film are drawn from across the globe, all this because of the audience`s love.” Ballu Balram, with his alpha male persona, captured the audience’s imagination and is also very relevant to date. His powerful presence, rebellious attitude, and magnetic charm made him an unforgettable character. Ballu’s complex …