Pushpa 2 to Jai Hanuman : Top 10 most anticipated South Indian film sequels

Action-packed, mass-commercial South Indian films are gaining tremendous success not just regionally but worldwide. With huge budgets and exceptional screenplays, movies like Salaar, Pushpa, and Kantara have ruled the box office for weeks breaking numerous records. The good news for fans is that the makers already have their sequels in the pipeline. Here we take a look at the most anticipated sequels from the South Indian film industry.

Salaar 2

Salaar 2 is one of the most eagerly awaited South Indian film sequels. The original film, directed by Prasanth Neel, starred Prabhas and became a massive hit. Known for its intense action sequences and gripping storyline, fans are eagerly waiting to see what the sequel holds. Prabhas who has a massive fan base is expected to deliver yet another powerful performance in this high-octane action thriller.

Devara 2

Even before the first part of Devara has been released, the film has already locked in a sequel. This speaks volumes about the confidence the makers have in the project. Starring NTR Devara is directed by Koratala Siva. Fans are excited to see NTR in a new avatar and the anticipation for the sequel is already building up.

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Kalki is another highly anticipated sequel starring Prabhas and directed by Nag Ashwin. With Prabhas already proving his mettle in action-packed roles Kalki promises to be a thrilling experience. The first installment is expected to lay a strong foundation making the sequel one of the most awaited films in South Indian cinema.

Pushpa 2

Pushpa 2 is the sequel to the blockbuster film Pushpa starring Allu Arjun and directed by Sukumar. The first part was a massive success with Allu Arjun’s performance and the unique storyline being widely appreciated. Pushpa 2 is expected to continue the story of the rugged and rebellious character Pushpa Raj and fans are eagerly waiting for more high-voltage action and drama.

Goodachari 2

Goodachari released in 2018, was a spy thriller that garnered much acclaim. Starring Adivi Sesh, the film was considered one of the greatest Telugu films of the decade. Goodachari 2 is expected to take the spy thriller genre to new heights with its gripping storyline and intense action sequences. Fans are excited to see Adivi Sesh reprise his role and deliver another stellar performance.

Jai Hanumaan

Jai Hanumaan is the sequel to the blockbuster film Hanuman directed by Prasanth Varma. The first part has created a lot of buzz and the sequel promises to bring more excitement and adventure. With a strong mythological background, Jai Hanumaan is expected to be a visual treat for the audience.

Indian 2

Indian 2 starring the legendary Kamal Haasan is set to continue the story of the vigilante hero from the original Indian film. Directed by Shankar, Indian 2 has already generated a lot of buzz. The original film was a massive hit, and the sequel is expected to be even more thrilling. Additionally, there are plans for Indian 3 making this a highly anticipated series.

Kantara 2

Kantara released in 2022 became the second highest-grossing Kannada film of all time. Directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, the film told the story of Lord Panjurli and Bhoota Kola performers. The intense storyline and powerful performances made it a huge hit. Kantara 2 is expected to delve deeper into the mythological and cultural aspects, promising to be an even bigger success.

L2: Empuraan

L2: Empuraan is the sequel to the Malayalam blockbuster Lucifer directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The first film was a massive hit, breaking multiple box office records. L2: Empuraan will trace the story before and after Lucifer rather than being a direct continuation. With Prithviraj and Mohanlal returning, this film is highly anticipated by fans of the original.

Jailer 2

The team-up of superstar Rajinikanth and director Nelson Dilip Kumar in Jailer was a blockbuster success. The crew has officially announced the sequel, Jailer 2, much to the delight of fans. Known for his larger-than-life screen presence, Rajinikanth is expected to deliver yet another stellar performance in this highly awaited sequel.

Akhanda 2

Akhanda starring Balakrishna in a dual role and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, was a massive hit. The sequel Akhanda 2 promises to bring more of the high-octane action and drama that made the first film so popular. Balakrishna’s powerful performance and the gripping storyline have set high expectations for this sequel.