Success breeds sequels, and this has been an unwritten law in Bollywood for as long as one can remember. So it’s hardly surprising that the Bhatts have already announced Murder 3 as their next project. Buoyed by the massive success of Murder 2, the Bhatts seem to have decided to stick to the lethal combination of sex, violence and horror for many more films to come. Murder 3 is expected to go on floors next year.
Says co-producer Mukesh Bhatt, “This is an original franchise owned by Vishesh films and we are not going to let go of it. There will most certainly be a Murder 3 and we will soon be announcing the cast for the same.” Predictably enough, the homespun affair will have Emraan Hashmi essaying the lead again. “Yes, I have already been informed about the film by Bhatt saab,” confirms the actor.
However, we’ll have to wait a while longer to know who will be stepping into Jacqueline Fernandes’ shoes. A source says, “The Bhatts have already started getting feelers from those who want to be a part of the franchise. But they are in no hurry. However, one thing’s for sure: There won’t be a seven-year-long wait, as was the case with Murder 2.”