Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha-starrer Rowdy Rathore was one of the biggest blockbusters of 2012. Over the years, the film has earned more cult following, and fans are still craving for its Part 2. There is an update about the same, but it will disappoint Akki's fans for sure. As per the latest reports, Rowdy Rathore 2 is finally happening, but without Akshay, and he'll be 'replaced' with a pan-India star. The 2012 movie was produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and reportedly, he's finally turning Rowdy Rathore into a franchise, with a new leading star.
As India Today quoted a source, "Bhansali Productions is actively working on several major projects, including 'Rowdy Rathore 2'. It's one of the studio's biggest franchises with a strong pan-India fan base. Given the film's wide popularity

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