By: Mohnish Singh
When several production houses were busy releasing their films directly on streaming media platforms in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, Yash Raj Films was one of those few banners that chose to hold the release of their films and waited for theatres to resume operations.
Now, with theatres across India finally opening their doors to the audience, reports suggest that YRF head honcho Aditya Chopra is contemplating a Christmas release for his much-awaited production offering Bunty Aur Babli 2. The film, which wrapped up its shoot a couple of weeks ago, features Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Sharvari in lead roles.
A source close to the development informed an Indian publication, “With theatres expected to be up and running, filmmakers have begun zeroing in on release windows for their movies. Considering Bunty Aur Babli 2 is a light-hearted con-caper, the makers feel it would be an ideal festival outing. The Christmas window is empty after the team of Ranveer Singh’s ‘83 decided to push its release to 2021. However, the talks are at a nascent stage. They will arrive at a decision in the coming week.”
As the title aptly suggests, Bunty Aur Babli 2 is a sequel to the 2005 film Bunty Aur Babli which saw Abhishek Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Rani Mukerji fronting the lead cast. The con-caper was a huge money-spinner upon its release some 15 years ago. Its music is popular among the masses even today. The sequel has been directed by Varun V Sharma, who will be making his directorial debut with it.
An official announcement regarding the release date of the film is highly awaited.
Saif Ali Khan’s royal inheritance in Bhopal declared enemy property after court verdictGetty Images 
Saif Ali Khan with family Getty Images
An exterior view of the Noor Us Sabah Palace now listed under enemy property Getty Images
Saif Ali Khan loses claim to Pataudi family properties as court cites Pakistan connectionGetty Images
Aaradhya Bachchan has no access to social media or a personal phoneGetty Images 
Abhishek Bachchan calls Aishwarya a devoted mother and partnerGetty Images
Aaradhya is now taller than Aishwarya says Abhishek in candid interviewGetty Images
Aishwarya Rai often seen with daughter Aaradhya at public eventsGetty Images
Lootera released in 2013 and marked a stylistic shift for Ranveer Singh Prime Video 
Ranveer Singh’s role as Varun showed he could command the screen without saying much
The period romance Lootera became a turning point in Ranveer Singh’s career
Ranveer Singh’s performance in Lootera was praised for its emotional restraint
Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha starred in the romantic drama set in 1950s BengalYoutube/Altt Balaji Motion Pictures 
Lootera’s legacy has grown over the years despite its modest box office runYoutube/Altt Balaji Motion Pictures
AR Rahman confirms collaboration with Hans Zimmer on InstagramInstagram/
Ozzy Osbourne to perform one final time in BirminghamGetty Images 
Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath reunite in Birmingham for farewell concert after two decades Getty Images