Sohail to direct Partner 2?

After Arbaaz Khan taking charge of Dabangg sequel as a director, now Sohail Khan might direct the Partner sequel.

Recently Salman's brother Arbaaz Khan confirmed that he will be directing the sequel of Dabangg , one of Salman's biggest hits in recent times. And now, if sources in the trade circuit are to be believed, Salman's other brother Sohail Khan might be directing the sequel of another of his biggest hits in recent times – Partner .

Partner 2 has been in news for quite some time. Sanjay Dutt was said to be added to the cast. But if sources are to be believed, the scripts that David Dhawan had got in for the sequel did not interest Salman much. So probably Sohail Khan, who was the producer of the first part (like Arbaaz Khan was for Dabangg ) might take the directorial reins. It seems like Salman Khan is going out of his way to resurrect his brother's careers.

Before turning actor, Sohail Khan was a successful director and had made four films including Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Hello Brother, Auzaar and Maine Dil Tujhko Diya .

Arbaaz to direct Dabangg 2

Abhinav Kashyap is not directing Dabangg 2 and it will be Arbaaz Khan who will be helming it. This will be Arbaaz's debut as a director.

Abhinav, it turns out walked out around 10 days ago after differences with producer Arbaaz Khan turned into an all-out spat. At 9.30 one evening, Arbaaz received an SMS from Kashyap saying that he was not going to direct the sequel.

Following this, Arbaaz, who has been eyeing the director's cap for some time now, grabbed the opportunity and took over. He even flew to Bangkok to convince brother Sallu of the musical chairs that had ensued in his absence. Dabangg was Abhinav's debut film as a director.

Our source said, "It is strange considering that Dabangg was the biggest hit of 2010. Abhinav walked out of the film and Arbaaz decided to step in, not a surprise considering he's been harbouring directorial ambitions for some time now. So Abhinav walking out is a blessing in disguise. He is now confident that he will give Dabangg 2 a special zing.

Arbaaz was also unhappy that Abhinav sent him a message so abruptly at 9.30 pm one evening saying that he doesn't wish to direct the film. He didn't even come and tell him. Arbaaz felt that certain professionalism or decorum should have been maintained."

When contacted Arbaaz Khan said, "Yes, there have been issues and Abhinav is no longer directing the film. I don't want to get in to details of what happened between us, but this has happened over the last two weeks.

He didn't want to direct it, and, fair enough, it is his choice. We have to move on. I don't know his reasons but I am happy that he is no longer doing the film after what transpired. It was strange how he shot me an SMS and didn't even bother to meet me personally. I wish him all the very best. I just hope that whatever decision he has made is the right decision."

So who will be directing it? Will he take the plunge? Arbaaz said, "Yes, I am directing it and the process has begun. I was involved in every aspect of Dabangg as producer. We have started work on the script and in the next 2-3 months I will have the first draft ready as well. But I don't want to say anything more about the film and it subject."

When finally asked if he went to Bangkok to inform Salman about this blockbuster development, Arbaaz said, "No, that's not true. I had gone to Bangkok to do a cameo in the film." Let's hope it's not a cameo in the director's role too. Abhinav Kashyap, for his part, remained unavailable for comment.

Why Salman's 'Dabanng-2' is being delayed

If you are thinking that, Salman has no dates or he is really very busy with his lined up projects then you are absolutely wrong. The reason behind the delay of 'Dabanng-2' is something else. The record breaking success of 'Dabanng' has inspired the Khan brothers, Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan to make it's sequel.


The movies was a biggest hit ever. It starred Salman Khan, Arbaaz Khan and Sonakshi Sinha in the important roles. Sonakshi Sinha is a newcomer, she is a proud daughter of famous Bollywood actor Shatrughan Sinha. It's item song 'Munni.....' is still rocking the list of chartbusters, it was picturised on Malliaka Arora Khan and Salman Khan. Now the 'Dabanng' team is all set to make it's sequel. The internal news is that, a huge bidding is going on for the film. There is a battle between two cinema houses in order to get the rights of it's sequel. You would be amazed to know that, one has made an offer for Rs 110 crores, and the second corporation house is putting all it's efforts by offering an amount more than the first one. Money is not a criteria for it. Salman's dear brother Arbaaz Khan has been flooded with lots of offers, now he has to choose the perfect offer.

It is worthwhile mentioning here that,the director of 'Dabanng' Abhinav Kashyap has also become pricy these days. You would be amazed to know that,Abhinav Kashyap wants a price hike to direct Dabanng-2. He has been signed by a leading film corporation for Rs 5 crores for his next film, he will be paid another Rs 5 crores during the making. Presently, his market value is Rs. 10 crores. Arbaaz reacts on it by saying that, Abhinav is on board for the sequel, as of now. He doesn't wish to discuss the money. They are fair people and obviously they will pay him what is his rightful due. Presently, macho man of the Bollywood town, Salman Khan is looking forward for his upcoming project 'Ready' and 'Body guard' with Kareena Kapoor with big hopes. Good luck Salman!