What Is Causing the Delay in Prabhas and Prashanth Neel’s Salaar 2? The much-anticipated sequel, Salaar 2: Shouryaanga Parvam, featuring Telugu superstar Prabhas and directed by Prashanth Neel, has hit an unexpected roadblock. Initially slated to begin filming in August 2024, the project has now been delayed indefinitely, leaving fans eagerly awaiting updates.
Prabhas’ Packed Schedule
The primary reason for the delay is Prabhas’ packed schedule. Following the tremendous success of his recent film, Kalki 2898 AD, Prabhas has been in high demand. Reports indicate that the actor is unable to allocate dates for Salaar 2 due to his commitments to other projects. Currently, Prabhas is busy with the shootings of Maruthi Dasari’s Raja Saab and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit. This tight schedule has made it challenging for him to find time for the second installment of the Salaar franchise.
Prashanth Neel’s New Venture
While Salaar 2 is on hold, director Prashanth Neel is not sitting idle. He has launched a new project titled NTRNeel, starring Jr NTR. The film had its official launch with a grand pooja ceremony in Hyderabad. Set in the late 1960s and early 1970s, NTRNeel will explore the regions of China, Bhutan, and West Bengal, famously known as ‘The Golden Triangle’. The principal photography for this film is expected to commence soon, allowing Neel to stay productive while waiting for Prabhas’ schedule to clear.
Prabhas’ Upcoming Projects
Despite the delay of Salaar 2, Prabhas has an exciting lineup of films that are sure to keep his fans entertained. He will next be seen in Raja Saab, a fantasy action comedy directed by Maruthi Dasari. The film, which reportedly features Prabhas in a double role, is slated for release in April 2025. Following Raja Saab, Prabhas will collaborate with Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga for Spirit, an action drama. Rumors suggest that Prabhas might again play a double role, portraying both the protagonist and antagonist in Spirit.
Although the delay of Salaar 2 is disappointing, both Prabhas and Prashanth Neel are committed to delivering high-quality projects. Fans can look forward to Prabhas’ upcoming films, Raja Saab and Spirit, as well as Prashanth Neel’s NTRNeel. The anticipation for Salaar 2 continues to build, and hopefully, the project will resume once the schedules align.