Actor Kangana Ranaut is set to reprise her popular role of Rani in Queen 2, with filming expected to begin by the end of April, according to reports. The sequel to the 2014 hit Queen is said to be moving forward, nearly a decade after the original film earned widespread acclaim.
The reported timeline has reignited interest in the project, which has long been in development. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the sequel is expected to revisit the theme of self-discovery, with Ranaut returning to a character that remains one of the most celebrated in her career, according to Mid-Day. Unlike the original, which followed a small-town woman navigating life in Europe, the sequel is expected to present Rani as a city-based character. While retaining her core traits, independent, sharp and unconventional, the narrative will reportedly centre on a new journey of self-realisation triggered by a key life event.
The film will also shift its setting. Instead of international travel, Rani’s journey will unfold across multiple Indian cities, offering a more domestic backdrop while continuing the theme of personal growth.
Reports suggest that apart from Ranaut, the original cast, including Rajkummar Rao and Lisa Haydon, is unlikely to return. Bahl is said to be assembling a fresh ensemble, with several theatre actors being considered for supporting roles.
This marks a departure from the first film, which was noted for its strong supporting performances alongside Ranaut’s lead. Production is expected to begin in a Mumbai studio, where sets replicating a North Indian city and Rani’s home will be constructed. The team is then likely to move to various metropolitan locations across India for the remainder of the shoot.
The schedule is reportedly planned for completion within three months, indicating a tightly managed production timeline.
The original Queen was widely praised for its storytelling and Ranaut’s performance, setting high expectations for the sequel. Meanwhile, Ranaut, last seen in Emergency, also has upcoming projects, including a film with R Madhavan and Bharat Bhagya Viddhaata in development.
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