Over a decade after the trailblazing success of Queen, Kangana Ranaut has officially stepped back into the world of Rani.
On Friday, May 1, 2026, reports confirmed that the National Award-winning actress has commenced filming for the highly anticipated sequel in South Mumbai. Reuniting with director Vikas Bahl, Kangana is currently working through a grueling schedule that sees her balancing her cinematic comeback with her responsibilities as a Member of Parliament from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh.
Juggling Two Worlds: Mumbai and Delhi
Kangana’s return to the sets of Queen 2 (reportedly titled Queen Forever) is nothing short of a logistical feat. According to production insiders, the actress has been flying between Mumbai and Delhi almost daily to ensure her presence in Parliament sessions doesn’t stall the film’s tight three-month start-to-finish schedule.
“In the last 10 days, Kangana has been flying in and out of the city. There have been instances where she attended Parliament during the day, flew back to Mumbai at night, and shot for the film until the next morning,” a source revealed.
What to Expect: A Fresh Journey for Rani
While the original 2014 film focused on a solo honeymoon in Paris and Amsterdam, the sequel shifts its focus to a journey across Indian metropolitan cities.
- The Narrative: The story is not a direct continuation but remains rooted in the themes of self-discovery and independence.
- The Look: Rani remains a small-town woman from North India, but Kangana will reportedly sport an “entirely different” look for this chapter.
- The Setting: Filming is currently underway at Grant Road in Mumbai, where a massive set depicting Rani’s home has been constructed.
New Ensemble, Same Vision
Director Vikas Bahl, who is also writing and co-producing the project, has opted for a fresh supporting cast. Reports suggest that original cast members like Rajkummar Rao and Lisa Haydon will not be returning. Instead, Bahl has cast several seasoned theatre actors to bring a grounded, realistic feel to Rani’s new social circle as she navigates a life-changing situation that brings her to the bustling heart of Mumbai.
With the production team aiming for a quick wrap-up, the film is poised to be one of the biggest releases of late 2026, marking the return of one of Bollywood’s most beloved characters to the silver screen.