Ranbir Kapoor confirms 'Animal' as a trilogy: "Milking chal rahi hai bhayankar!", say fans

Ranbir Kapoor faced criticism for his 2023 blockbuster 'Animal', but its stellar box office performance overshadowed the negativity, reinforcing his status as a 'superstar.' While director Sandeep Reddy Vanga passionately defended the film and its themes, Ranbir adopted a more measured approach. The final cut even included a teaser for the sequel, 'Animal Park', adding to the excitement. If this news thrills you, Ranbir has more to share; if you’re skeptical, stay tuned for what’s next!

As reported in Hindustan Times, Kapoor has confirmed that the 'Animal' franchise will indeed be a trilogy. He explained that the first film was just a glimpse of the true vision for 'Animal', describing it as "flirting" with the concept. From an actor's perspective, he finds the franchise immensely exciting as he will portray both the protagonist and antagonist. The projected start date for the next installment is set for 2027, as both Ranbir and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga manage their other professional commitments.

'Animal' is a 2023 Indian action drama film starring Ranbir Kapoor, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The movie features Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri. It tells the story of Ranvijay, a ruthless son of a powerful industrialist, who seeks revenge after an assassination attempt. Released on December 1, 2023, Animal received mixed reviews but was a box office hit, earning over ₹917 crore (about $110 million) worldwide.

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt will next be seen in 'Love & War', directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, set to release on March 20, 2026. The film also stars Vicky Kaushal and features a story of love and patriotism, with Alia playing a cabaret dancer and Ranbir and Vicky as officers in the Indian Armed Forces. Additionally, Ranbir is set to star in Nitesh Tiwari's two-part adaptation of the 'Ramayana'.