Before streaming services took over, satellite television was the ultimate source of entertainment, and Sooryavansham became a household name. Released in 1999, the film starred Amitabh Bachchan in dual roles alongside Soundarya and has since gained cult status due to its repeated telecasts on Sony Max.
Now, over two decades later, the possibility of Sooryavansham 2 has sparked excitement. A recent post by Sony Max has left fans speculating whether a sequel is truly in the works. Adding fuel to the fire is an ongoing battle over the film’s rights, making the situation even more intriguing. Here’s everything we know so far.
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Sooryavansham 2: Is It Really Happening?
The original Sooryavansham told the story of Heera, a humble and determined son who struggled to earn the approval of his strict father, Thakur Bhanupratap Singh. The emotional journey, marked by sacrifice and perseverance, left a lasting impact on audiences.
Now, Sony Max has seemingly teased a continuation of the film. In a viral Instagram post, the channel hinted at Sooryavansham 2, leaving fans curious. The caption read: “Aapne ye aate hue nahi dekha hoga, par yeh aa raha hai. Kya is baar Bhanu Pratap Singh aur Heera Thakur karenge ek naye sire se shuruaat, ya padegi unke rishte mein daraar? Jaanne ke liye kijiye thoda sa intezaar! Aa raha hai #Sooryavansham2 sirf aur sirf Sony Max par!”
This cryptic message has raised numerous questions. Is Sooryavansham 2 a real sequel, or is this simply a re-release of the original film with a fresh promotional twist?
Adding to the mystery, there is no confirmation about Amitabh Bachchan’s return. Given his deep association with the franchise, his involvement would be crucial to the success of any sequel.
Who Owns Sooryavansham’s Rights?
While speculation around Sooryavansham 2 continues, a major development is unfolding behind the scenes—a battle over the film’s broadcasting rights.
Manish Shah, the head of Goldmine Telefilms, recently disclosed in an interview with Bollywood Hungama that his company had acquired the rights to Sooryavansham in 2020. However, Sony Entertainment Television still retains satellite rights, which are set to expire in 2024 or 2025.
Speaking about the future of the film’s broadcasting, Manish Shah stated: “Sony Entertainment Television holds the satellite rights of Sooryavansham till 2024 or 2025. Once the rights lapse, I’ll play it on my channel, Goldmines Bollywood. I am not selling the rights to SET MAX again.”
This means that Sooryavansham will soon move to Goldmines Bollywood, ending its historic run on Sony Max. Interestingly, Shah also revealed that the film would be airing on Goldmines Bollywood from June 2025, raising questions about whether Sony Max’s post about Sooryavansham 2 is a marketing stunt before the rights transfer.
Will Sooryavansham 2 Be a Theatrical Release?
With Bollywood witnessing a surge in re-releases of classic films, many have speculated whether Sooryavansham 2 could hit the big screen. However, Manish Shah has denied owning the theatrical rights, ruling out an immediate re-release in cinemas.
When asked if he would be interested in acquiring the rights, he explained: “Let’s see. Today, it’s crucial to market your film even while re-releasing it. And that marketing only comes from the heroes. Most of the re-releases that did well were either backed by the heroes very strongly. Otherwise, they don’t work. For Karan Arjun, Rakesh Roshan went all out and spoke about it. He’s a big figure, and that made a difference.”
This statement suggests that unless Amitabh Bachchan actively promotes Sooryavansham 2, a theatrical release might not be a viable option.
Sooryavansham 2: Sequel or Marketing Gimmick?
The mystery surrounding Sooryavansham 2 remains unsolved. While Sony Max’s post strongly hints at a sequel, there has been no official confirmation regarding a new storyline, cast, or even Bachchan’s involvement.
Some believe that Sooryavansham 2 is a farewell campaign by Sony Max before the rights shift to Goldmines Bollywood. Others argue that a genuine sequel might be in the works, given the film’s undying popularity.
For now, fans can only wait and watch. Will Sooryavansham 2 truly bring a new chapter to Heera and Thakur Bhanupratap Singh’s legacy, or is this just another clever promotional move? Only time will tell.
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FAQs
Is Sooryavansham 2 officially confirmed?
Sony Max recently teased Sooryavansham 2 on Instagram, but there has been no official confirmation regarding a sequel, storyline, or cast.
Will Amitabh Bachchan return for Sooryavansham 2?
There is no confirmation about Amitabh Bachchan’s involvement in Sooryavansham 2, making his return uncertain.
Who owns the rights to Sooryavansham?
Sony Entertainment Television holds the satellite rights until 2024 or 2025, after which the movie will air on Goldmines Bollywood.
Will Sooryavansham 2 release in theaters?
As of now, theatrical rights are not with Goldmine Telefilms, making a big-screen release unlikely.
When will Sooryavansham air on Goldmines Bollywood?
Manish Shah of Goldmine Telefilms confirmed that Sooryavansham will be telecast on Goldmines Bollywood from June 2025.
