G2 is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language action spy thriller film directed by Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi in his directorial debut. The film serves as a sequel to Goodachari, with Adivi Sesh reprising his role. The project was officially announced by Sesh in December 2018. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the film faced delays. Shooting commenced on 11 December 2023, with a scheduled release in 21 March 2025.[2][3][4]
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| Directed by | Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi |
| Screenplay by | Adivi Sesh |
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| Cinematography | Azeem Mohammad |
| Edited by | Kodati Pavan Kalyan[1] |
| Music by | Sricharan Pakala |
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| Country | India |
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Synopsis
editG2 continues the story of an Indian spy on an overseas mission to fight for his country.
Cast
edit- Emraan Hashmi as Vithal Saxena, Priya's real husband, Suraj's real father
- Ali Haji as Suraj Saxena, Vithal's & Priya's real son
- Adivi Sesh as M. Gopi / M. Arjun Kumar alias Agent Gopi 116, Leena's real husband
- Madhu Shalini as Leena Rajan, Arjun alias Gopi's real wife
- Banita Sandu as Priya Saxena, Vithal's real wife, Suraj's real mother
- Prakash Raj as Tuti Shah, (the last main antagonist villain), (as the killer of Aaliya's & as the climax scene killer of Ishana's)
- Karan Deol as Ishana, (as the climax scene killer of Tuti Shah's), Aaliya's love interest and boyfriend
- Vindhya Tiwari as Aaliya, Ishana's love interest and girlfriend
Production
editAdivi Sesh first announced plans for a sequel to Goodachari on his birthday in December 2018, with initial plans for Rahul Pakala to direct.[5] The sequel was delayed by COVID-19 pandemic, and in April 2020, Sesh confirmed he was writing the script for Goodachari 2.[6] In June 2022, Sesh stated that script work is yet to be finished, and he confirmed that the sequel would be a continuation of the first part.[7]
The sequel, G2, was officially announced by Sesh on 29 December 2022,[8] with Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi now directing. The film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Abhishek Agarwal.[9] In January 2023, Abhishek Agarwal Arts unveiled the first look of G2, confirming it as a Pan-Indian film. Adivi Sesh, who is also the screenwriter for the film, shared updates on the script's progress in April 2020. Banita Sandhu joined the cast in November 2023.[10] While filming was underway, Emraan Hashmi was announced as part of the cast in a main role in February 2024.[11]
The film is set to launch on an international scale, featuring a grand five-story glass set constructed for shooting in Hyderabad.[12] Filming is planned in India, the United Arab Emirates, and Europe.[10] Principal photography began in December 2023.[13]
References
edit- ^ Kiran Kumar, Aasha. "'Major' editors Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi and Kodati Pavan Kalyan". Times of India. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
- ^ "Adivi Sesh on X: "The calm before the storm. 2025 #G2 :)"". Twitter.
- ^ "Goodachari 2: Adivi Sesh begins shooting in Hyderabad, calls it massive". indiatvnews.com. 11 December 2023. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
- ^ FC, Team (11 December 2023). "Adivi Sesh starrer Goodachari 2 Commences Shooting". Film Companion. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
- ^ "Adivi Sesh announces Goodachari 2 on his birthday". The Indian Express. 17 December 2018.
- ^ "Amid Covid-19 lockdown, actor-writer Adivi Sesh is busy scripting Goodachari 2, editing Major". Hindustan Times. 22 April 2020. Retrieved 29 January 2021.
- ^ "Goodachari 2 is going to be massive, biggest thing ever: Adivi Sesh reveals on the film's sequel- EXCLUSIVE". Pinkvilla. 13 June 2022.
- ^ "First Look of Adivi Sesh's Pan India Project 'Goodachari 2' Out; Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi To Direct". outlookindia.com. 9 January 2023. Retrieved 9 January 2023.
- ^ "Goodachari 2 Teaser: Adivi Sesh announces his most awaited film. All details here". The Economic Times. 29 December 2022. Retrieved 29 December 2022.
- ^ a b Whittock, Jesse (20 November 2023). "Banita Sandhu To Star Opposite Adivi Sesh In Goodachari Sequel G2". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Keshri, Shweta (15 February 2024). "Adivi Sesh welcomes Emraan Hashmi to Goodachari 2 universe: 'Can't wait to work'". India Today.
- ^ "Goodachari 2: Adivi Sesh kickstarts shooting for his next, shares picture from the set". Mid-day. 11 December 2023. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
- ^ Nadadhur, Srivathsan (11 December 2023). "Goodachari 2 - Adivi Sesh begins filming for the thriller at a five-floor glass set in Hyderabad". OTTPlay. HT Media.