Last Updated:January 03, 2026, 20:50 IST Anil Kapoor has reportedly acquired the rights to Nayak 25 years after its release, fuelling strong buzz around a possible sequel to the cult classic. Twenty-five years after Nayak became a cult favourite, Anil Kapoor has reportedly acquired the film’s rights, igniting speculation about a long-awaited sequel. Anil Kapoor may be gearing up to revisit one of the most defining films of his career. Twenty-five years after Nayak: The Real Hero first hit theatres, reports suggest that the veteran actor has acquired the rights to the political action drama, sparking strong buzz around a potential sequel. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the 69-year-old actor has now secured ownership of the film, which originally released on September 1, 2001. With the rights in his hands, speculation is rife that Nayak could soon be revived for a new generation. Sequel Plans Gain Momentum Sources indicate that while producer Deepak Mukut—best known for Sanam Teri Kasam—had previously held the rights to Nayak, Anil Kapoor has now taken them over. Mukut …