Kangana's 'Queen' sequel titled 'Queen Forever'?
What's the story
A few days ago, Mid-Day reported that a sequel to Kangana Ranaut's iconic film, Queen (2014), is in the works. Now, Bollywood Hungama has revealed that the film won't be simply called Queen 2 and that the makers have a title in mind. The report added that Vikas Bahl, who directed the first part, will also helm this sequel.
Title details
'Queen Forever' is reportedly the new title
A source told Bollywood Hungama, "The makers had several options for the film's title, and the one that has really caught their eye is Queen Forever. If all goes well, this will be what the film will be called." The source continued, "The makers feel Queen Forever is the apt title and that it suits the film's subject. They are expected to finalize it very soon and make an official announcement, hopefully before the film's shoot begins."
Production details
Here's what we know about the sequel
Bollywood Hungama also reported that Amit Chandrra of Trigger Happy Entertainment will be producing Queen Forever. His banner had earlier produced the Farhan Akhtar-starrer 120 Bahadur along with Excel Entertainment. In the sequel to Queen, Ranaut's character Rani won't go abroad but will travel to various Indian cities while embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
Film's impact
About the original 'Queen'
Apart from Ranaut, Queen also starred Rajkummar Rao, Lisa Haydon, Nayani Dixit, and others. It was produced by Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap of Phantom Films along with Viacom18 Motion Pictures. The film tells the story of a girl left devastated after her fiancé calls off their wedding at the last minute. However, she decides to go on her honeymoon alone, rediscovering herself. It was a pathbreaking film and received acclaim for its subject and performances.