In 2022, with the global success of RRR, the West learnt what we knew years ago—that SS Rajamouli is one of those rare directors who can transport you to another world with his visual spectacles. The Ram Charan and Jr NTR-led epic action drama, which was released in over 100 theatres across the US in March, thrilled audiences as well as Hollywood stars with its ambitious storytelling and grand scale, before bagging an Oscar. Naturally then, Rajamouli is keen to up the ante with the RRR sequel. From what we hear, he is planning to produce the next instalment with a major Hollywood studio.  
   
The idea is to take the period drama to a global level, ensuring a wide release in the US and other markets. A trade source reveals, “There is much interest in Indian movies after RRR. It makes sense to tie up with a Hollywood studio, thus ensuring that RRR 2 gets numerous screens on its release. The big players—like Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers Entertainment, 20th Century Studios and Sony Pictures— have the resources to not only create demand for the movie and get more exhibitors to run it, but also promote it on a wider scale.” 

SS Rajamouli and KV Vijayendra Prasad