Here is the breakdown of the update that has crime thriller fans excited.
The Shoot: Back to the Desert 🌵
Location: The production has set up camp in Rajasthan once again. The state's rugged terrain and small-town atmosphere were crucial to the first season's eerie vibe, and creators Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti are doubling down on that aesthetic.
Status: After an extended writing phase (where the script was reportedly polished to match the high expectations), the cameras are finally rolling.
The Squad: Who is Returning? 👮🏽♀️
The Cops: The core trio is back. Sonakshi Sinha (Anjali), Gulshan Devaiah (Devi Lal Singh), and Sohum Shah (Kailash Parghi) are reprising their roles.
The Villain Mystery: While Season 1 starred Vijay Varma as the chilling serial killer Anand Swarnakar, reports suggest Season 2 will feature a new antagonist and a fresh case.
Buzz: Casting for the new villain has been a closely guarded secret, with rumors of a "strong performance-oriented actor" stepping in to fill Varma's shoes.
The Expectations 📈
Scale: Insiders claim Season 2 is being mounted on a "larger scale" following the international success of the first season (which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival).
Plot: Details are under wraps, but it is expected to be another topical crime thriller that tackles deep-rooted social issues, much like the caste and gender themes of Season 1.
SantaBanta Verdict: Anjali Bhaati was one of the best characters of 2023. seeing Sonakshi back on the Royal Enfield in the dusty lanes of Rajasthan is the visual we’ve been waiting for. Now, the big question is: Who is the new villain she is hunting?
