The career of Ramesh Taurani’s 1998 film Soldier is still linked with it because it was a defining moment. The first work of Abbas-Mustan and Bobby Deol together as well as Preity Zinta’s entrance into Bollywood. This action thriller was an instant hit at the box office, coming second to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in terms of earnings that year. In addition to this, it got noticed for the great on screen chemistry between its main actors while its music also contributed greatly to its success.
This is what he had said about making another “Soldier” movie quite some time back: “I would like Ramesh Taurani to make one.” And today, the legendary producer exclusively confirms to News18 Showsha that his plans for the Soldier franchise will come to fruition shortly after recently producing Ishq Vishk Rebound, which served as a spiritual sequel to Ishq Vishk. “We’re definitely making a sequel to Soldier. We will begin shooting for the film next year.”
Ramesh Taurani said that,“We aren’t sure about the cast yet. Depends on how the story shapes we will take a call whether Bobby and Preity are part of it or not.”
He revealed, “We had signed her for Kya Kehnaa first but it released late”. Earlier before starting Kya Kehnaa (also produced by him) he added that , “While we were making it, Soldier which was a very big film for us was also going on floors.” We ended up casting her in Soldier as well.”
Moreover he stated further –“Now let’s think if both trailers were launched simultaneously?” Therefore even publicity for two films featuring same protagonist would have been problematic. That is why Kareeb had to be released earlier.” Similarly Some time back Deol hinted at sequelizing one of his biggest hits saying during an interview:“It’s been a long time! Maybe after Animal, Ramesh ji, Tips owner, will think of making Soldier part two with me.”
