Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer Salaar 2: Shauryanga Parvam to go on floors on August 10; 15-day shoot set in Ramoji in Hyderabad to serve as location: Report

A pre-existing set at Ramoji Film City will serve as the location for this initial 15-day schedule.

July 3, 2024 - 5:18 PM IST

The action-packed world of Salaar is set to expand with the highly anticipated sequel, Salaar 2: Shauryanga Parvam. Following the success of the first film, Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire, which was released in December 2023, the makers are wasting no time in bringing the next chapter to life. The first installment, directed by Prashanth Neel and starring Prabhas, marked the beginning of a larger story set in the perilous city of Khansaar. It explored themes of loyalty and friendship amidst a backdrop of violence. While the film established the central conflict between Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran's characters, Salaar 2: Shauryanga Parvam promises to delve much deeper.

Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer Salaar 2: Shauryanga Parvam to go on floors on August 10; 15-day shoot set in Ramoji in Hyderabad to serve as location: Report

Salaar 2: Shauryanga Parvam translates to “The Ballad of Valor,” hinting at the intense battles and confrontations to come. While initial plans targeted a June 2024 filming start, the Salaar team has now confirmed an official start date of August 10.

According to a report in Pinkvilla, Prashanth Neel has already completed approximately 20% of the sequel's shooting during the production of Salaar: Part 1. This efficient planning allowed for a smoother transition into filming the standalone sequel. A pre-existing set at Ramoji Film City will serve as the location for this initial 15-day schedule. Delays due to monsoon rains and scheduling conflicts pushed back the initial June start date.

Sources hint that the true political intrigue and power struggles unfold in Shauryanga Parvam. Audiences can expect a stark transformation in the dynamics between Prabhas and Prithviraj's characters, adding intensity and depth to the narrative. The entire plot for the sequel was reportedly developed during the pandemic, and now the team is ready to translate that vision into a visually spectacular and action-packed film. “The real drama and politics of the film unfold in the sequel. One will get to see a different and new dynamic of both Prabhas and Prithviraj in the film, which brings intensity to the storytelling. The entire plot of the sequel was written way back in the pandemic and, it’s now time to execute all the drama to the spectacle with scale and heroism,” the source said.

Hombale Films envisions an ambitious 8-month filming period for Salaar 2. Director Prashanth Neel has a packed schedule ahead, committed to filming both Salaar 2 and his upcoming project, Dragon, starring NTR Jr., within the next two years. Sources close to the production reveal that Neel has meticulously planned out shooting schedules for both films, ensuring efficient execution and minimal disruption for the respective star casts.

Hombale Films, the production house behind Salaar, aims for a theatrical release in December 2025. This strategic date coincides with the second anniversary of the first film, aiming to capitalize on the existing fanbase and create a celebratory event. The sequel will not only retain the core cast of Prabhas and Prithviraj but will also introduce fresh faces from various film industries, further enriching the narrative.

While Salaar 2 takes center stage for now, Prabhas also has another project on the horizon. He is slated to begin filming for Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, towards the end of 2024.