No Entry 2 and Boney Kapoor Photograph: (IMDb)
The much-awaited sequel to the 2005 Bollywood comedy No Entry, titled No Entry Mein Entry (No Entry 2), has faced several hurdles, leading to speculations about its fate. After Diljit Dosanjh’s exit from the film, reports suggested that Varun Dhawan too had opted out, prompting buzz that the project might be shelved. However, producer Boney Kapoor has now addressed these rumours and clarified the situation.
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Varun Dhawan’s Alleged Exit and Bhediya 2 Clash
In recent weeks, whispers about Varun Dhawan’s departure from No Entry 2 spread rapidly across the internet. Reports claimed that the actor had chosen to step away due to date clashes with Bhediya 2.
According to an earlier Mid-Day report, a source said, “Now Varun’s dates are locked for Bhediya 2. We’re figuring out the new combinations. Arjun Kapoor is still very much on board.”
Boney Kapoor Clears The Air
During a recent exclusive chat with Zoom, producer Boney Kapoor dismissed all rumours regarding Varun Dhawan’s exit. He confirmed that both Varun and Arjun Kapoor remain part of No Entry 2.
Addressing the buzz, Boney stated, “We are making No Entry Mein Entry, and Varun and Arjun are very much in the film. We are in active discussions to lock our other hero and the rest of the cast.”
The Trio That Was Initially Planned
Originally, the sequel was planned with Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Arjun Kapoor in leading roles. With Diljit’s exit, the makers are now exploring a suitable replacement while keeping the core team intact.
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A Look Back at the Original
The first No Entry, directed by Anees Bazmee, hit theatres on August 26, 2005. Backed by Boney Kapoor, the ensemble cast included Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Bipasha Basu, Lara Dutta, and Celina Jaitly. The comedy became a massive success and remains a cult favourite among audiences.