Sequels have long been a staple in cinema, and 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year with the release of seven highly anticipated follow-ups. From the much-awaited Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 to the adrenaline-pumping Singham Again, fans can’t wait to dive back into their favorite franchises. Each installment promises to deliver the same level of excitement and entertainment as its predecessors, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating their release.
Here Are 5 Sequels Releasing This 2024…
1. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Anees Bazmee, the director behind ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2,’ is at the helm of the third installment of the franchise that began with Priyadarshan’s cult horror comedy, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’. The cast includes Kartik Aaryan and Triptii Dimri, alongside returning stars Madhuri Dixit Nene and Vidya Balan as well and is slated to release on Diwali 2024.
2. Singham Again
The iconic character Singham, created by Rohit Shetty, is set to return in a new film releasing on Independence Day. This marks the third installment in the Singham series, following the original Singham and Singham Returns. Kareena Kapoor Khan will reprise her role as Singham’s wife from the second film. Deepika Padukone joins the cast as the first female addition to Rohit Shetty’s Cop Universe. The film will also feature other members of the Cop Universe, including Simmba played by Ranveer Singh and Sooryavanshi portrayed by Akshay Kumar. Arjun Kapoor is the villain of the film and Tiger Shroff will also be joining this film as a cop!
3. Stree 2
The highly anticipated sequel to Stree reunites Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurana, Pankaj Tripathi, and Abhishek Banerjee. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film, set for an August release, continues the story from the first installment, leaving fans eager to uncover the next chapter in the Dinesh Vijan Horror Universe. With expectations soaring after the success of the original, anticipation for the sequel is at an all-time high.
4. Welcome To The Jungle
Akshay Kumar leads this star-studded adventure directed by Ahmed Khan, aiming to capture the zany spirit of its predecessors. The cast includes Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, and more, along with singers Daler Mehndi and Mika Singh. Jio Studios teams up with Firoz Nadiadwala to produce the third installment in the Welcome franchise, with Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal reprising their roles. With the Welcome franchise known for its epic entertainment, anticipation is high for this sequel.
5. Metro In Dino
This year’s sequels boast impressive ensemble casts, with Anurag Basu featuring Konkona Sen Sharma from the original Life In A…Metro alongside Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. With its unique concept and theme, the film is highly anticipated, and fans are eager to see what’s in store. Reportedly releasing on September 13th, it’s shaping up to be an exciting cinematic experience.
This year is packed with thrilling sequels, and I’m eagerly anticipating each one to entertain us and unveil what surprises they have in store.