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Shahid Kapoor draws parallels with Farzis Sunny as sequel shoot nears completion: We both started as just a kid off the Mumbai streets

Actor Shahid Kapoor has shared a new update from the sets of Farzi 2, giving fans a glimpse of the upcoming season as filming approaches its conclusion. On October 15, he posted a series of behind-the-scenes pictures on social media and reflected on his connection with Sunny, the character he plays in the crime thriller. In his caption, Shahid described how closely he relates to the character, drawing parallels between Sunnys ambitions and his own journey as an artist. As the shoot on FARZI 2 is coming to a close. It only reminds me of how much Sunny lives in me . I am him and he is me. We both started as just a kid off the mumbai streets with a fire in his heart to tell the world. look at me. I AM AN ARTIST !! he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) Shahid Kapoor returns as Sunny in Farzi 2 Created and directed by Raj and DK, Farzi premiered on Amazon Prime Video in 2023. The black comedy crime thriller follows Sunny, a talented artist who turns to counterfeiting with his friend Firoz, played by Bhuvan Arora, in an attempt to save his grandfathers struggling printing press. Their operation draws them into the criminal network of Mansoor Dalal, played by Kay Kay Menon, while Vijay Sethupathis Michael Vedanayagam leads the task force pursuing them. Raashii Khanna plays Megha, an RBI officer whose personal connection with Sunny complicates the investigation. The first season ended on a tense note, with Sunny moving further into the world of crime after the death of his grandfather, Nanu, played by Amol Palekar. His actions put him on a collision course with Mansoor, while Michael and Megha moved closer to uncovering his involvement in counterfeiting. Shahid Kapoors recent projects Shahid was last seen in ORomeo, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, which released in February 2026. He also starred in Homi Adajanias Cocktail 2, alongside Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, which released on June 19, 2026. Meanwhile, the actor has reportedly been linked to a science-fiction romantic comedy involving a body-swapping premise, with Amit Sharma expected to direct. Further details about the project, including its cast and production schedule, remain subject to official confirmation. Also Read:When Nana Patekar said, Having Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan or Shahid Kapoor pitted against my character can never be my criteria of signing films