Priyanka Chopra announces 'Ventilator' sequel: Release, director, and past success
What's the story
Actor-producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas has announced a sequel to Ventilator, her acclaimed 2016 Marathi film. The project, Ventilator 2, will be produced under her banner, Purple Pebble Pictures, and will reunite her with director Rajesh Mapuskar, who also directed the original. The sequel is slated for a 2027 release, but details about its cast and storyline are yet to be revealed.
Career reflection
Chopra Jonas shared the news on Instagram
Taking to Instagram, Chopra Jonas reminisced about the original film and its importance in her journey as a producer.
She also shared insights into the vision behind Purple Pebble Pictures, which was founded to promote stories with meaningful narratives.
"10 years ago, with @purplepebblepictures, I decided I want to tell stories that mean something. Ventilator was one of those very important stories to us at the company."
Production details
Mapuskar returns as director for 'Ventilator 2'
The sequel will be produced by Chopra Jonas, Dr. Madhu Chopra, and Mapuskar under the banners of Purple Pebble Pictures and Magij Pictures.
Ventilator followed the Kamerkar family, who gather at a hospital when an elderly member is put on a ventilator just before Ganesh Chaturthi.
It starred Ashutosh Gowariker, Jitendra Joshi, and Sulbha Arya, among others.
Film's theme
'Ventilator' won 3 National Film Awards
The Marathi film delved into family dynamics, generational gaps, and unresolved tensions through a mix of humor and emotional moments.
Mapuskar bagged the National Film Award for Best Director.
The film also earned awards for Best Editing and Best Sound Mixing.
More details about the film's production and cast are awaited.