India, June 6 -- Following production delays, casting shuffles, and several attempts at a revival, Dostana 2 has drifted back into the crosshairs of industry speculation. According to a recent Variety India report, filmmaker Advait Chandan has exited the project. However, there has been no official confirmation from the makers regarding his status.

Director Advait Chandan, known for projects like Secret Superstar and Laal Singh Chaddha, was originally brought on board after the film's initial director, Collin D'Cunha, walked away from the production.

Earlier reports in February 2026 stated that he would direct the revamped version of Dostana 2, which was expected to star Vikrant Massey, Lakshya and former Miss India World Sini Shetty. A...