Alia Bhatt is officially locked for Brahmastra 2, and her role will be bigger than fans might expect. According to a new report, the actress will make an extended appearance in the sequel, shooting for around 25 days out of the film's planned 125-day schedule.
The news comes as the makers are also in talks with Deepika Padukone to join the film, which would mark her reunion with Ranbir Kapoor on screen. The sequel is expected to largely revolve around the characters of Dev and Amrita.
Alia Bhatt's Confirmed Role in Brahmastra 2
Bollywood Hungama has reported that while conversations with Deepika Padukone are still underway, the makers have already locked Alia Bhatt for the sequel. A source told the publication, "Alia will have an extended appearance in Brahmastra 2 and is expected to shoot for around 25 days. The film itself is planned as an approximately 125-day shoot."
According to Bollywood Hungama, Alia will reprise her role as Isha from the first film. This means her character will have a more significant presence in the sequel compared to her earlier appearance.
Deepika Padukone in Talks for Amrita's Role
Deepika Padukone is reportedly in discussions with director Ayan Mukerji to play the part of Amrita in the epic sequel. As per NDTV, the actress could be joining Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in the film, though her packed personal and professional commitments are still being considered.
The potential casting has generated significant excitement, as it would bring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone together on screen again. Reports from Times of India also confirm that Ranbir is set to start shooting for the Ayan Mukerji-led project, with the sequel focusing on the characters of Dev and Amrita.
"Alia will have an extended appearance in Brahmastra 2 and is expected to shoot for around 25 days. The film itself is planned as an approximately 125-day shoot." — Bollywood Hungama
What This Means for the Astraverse
The sequel appears to be shaping up as a major project for the franchise. Ranbir Kapoor is set to return as both Shiva and Dev, while Alia Bhatt will reprise her role as Isha. The addition of Deepika Padukone as Amrita would add another major star to the cast.
According to Zoom TV, the film's narrative will center on Dev and Amrita, suggesting that the story will expand significantly from where the first installment left off. The extended appearance of Alia's character Isha indicates that her role will be woven into the main storyline rather than being a cameo.
Our Take: A Smart Casting Move for Brahmastra 2
To put it plainly, locking Alia Bhatt for an extended role while keeping the door open for Deepika Padukone is a smart move by the makers. It gives the film star power from multiple angles — Alia brings continuity from the first film, while Deepika would bring fresh energy and a much-anticipated on-screen reunion with Ranbir Kapoor.
The 25-day shooting schedule for Alia suggests her character will have meaningful screen time without overshadowing the central story of Dev and Amrita. This balance is important for a franchise that needs to grow its universe while keeping audiences invested in its core characters.
For fans, the wait for Brahmastra 2 just got more interesting. The combination of Ranbir, Alia, and potentially Deepika in one film is a casting lineup that few Bollywood projects can match. Whether Deepika's talks finalize or not, the sequel already has a strong foundation with Alia confirmed in an extended role.