Kavita Awaasthi (HINDUSTAN TIMES; October 20, 2019)

Kannada star Yash’s period action film K.G.F: Chapter 1, worked at the box office and was widely appreciated by the masses. While fans were impressed with the film, the makers announced that they have begun shooting for K.G.F Chapter 2 and have cast Sanjay Dutt in the role of the antagonist. The producers recently unveiled a poster of Dutt in an intense, daredevil avatar, and revealed that his character is called Adheera. Now, we have learnt that in fact, Yash had suggested Sanjay Dutt’s name to the team and he was their first choice.

“Yash has grown up watching Sanjay Dutt’s films and loved his performances. He is a huge fan of the senior actor. While K.G.F: Chapter 1 didn’t have a lead antagonist in particular, when the script for Chapter 2 was locked, Yash was keen on Dutt playing the role as he was the apt choice for the part. He was the one who suggested Dutt’s name to the makers and was hoping that the senior actor accepts the offer. He was thrilled when Dutt came on board,” says a source, adding, “Moreover, their first day of shoot turned out to be comfortable and smooth as Dutt was warm and approachable. The two actors have discussed scenes in the film and Yash has also taken tips to work on certain scenes from Dutt.”