Bollywood Hungama

Anil Sharma wraps up 28-day second schedule of Arjun Naga, shares update on Utkarsh Sharma starrer

Filmmaker Anil Sharma has announced the completion of the second shooting schedule of his upcoming period action drama Arjun Naga, starring his son Utkarsh Sharma in the lead. The director shared the update on social media on November 5, thanking the cast and crew for their contribution to the latest schedule, which spanned 28 days. Sharing the announcement, Anil Sharma wrote, By the Grace of God we complete the 2nd Schedule (28 days) of Arjun Naga. Tremendous Energy, Tremendous Work and Tremendous Love by the Whole Cast and Crew.. Thankyou all from Anil Sharma Productions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anil Sharma (@anilsharma_dir) The film is being developed as a four-part saga and is set against the backdrop of Dubai's 1960s oil boom. The story draws inspiration from the period surrounding the discovery of the Fateh oil field in 1966 and follows a fictional rags-to-riches journey shaped by power struggles and changing fortunes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anil Sharma (@anilsharma_dir) Arjun Naga features an ensemble cast Apart from Utkarsh Sharma, the film features Arjun Rampal in the antagonist's role. Randeep Hooda, Celina Jaitly, Nidhhi Agerwal and Rahul Mittra are also part of the ensemble cast. Mittra is reportedly playing a Balochi gangster in the film, while Himesh Reshammiya is associated with its music. The project is being produced under the banner of Anil Sharma Productions. Mumbai's Film City has served as one of the primary shooting locations so far, with Rajasthan and Dubai among the locations planned for subsequent filming schedules. The completion of the second schedule marks another step forward for the ambitious project, which is envisioned as a multi-part cinematic story. The makers are currently targeting a theatrical release for its first instalment in 2027. Anil Sharma, known for directing films such as Gadar: Ek Prem Katha and Gadar 2, is reuniting with Utkarsh following their previous collaborations. More details about the film's release date and the remaining production schedule are awaited. Also Read:Dhurandhar and Ramayana have 2 parts each, but Anil Sharma goes FOUR steps ahead; confirms Arjun Naga will be a four-part saga