Fauji 2 Begins Filming at Symbiosis College, Pune; Shah Rukh Khan’s Classic Series Returns with 13 Episodes on Doordarshan Today

Ziya Khan October 25, 2024Last Updated: October 25, 2024

In an exhilarating build-up to the eagerly awaited release of ‘Fauji 2,’ Doordarshan is set to air 13 episodes of Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic 1989 series ‘Fauji,’ starting today. Viewers can catch the episodes every Monday to Thursday on DD National, offering fans a chance to revisit the show that launched Shah Rukh Khan’s illustrious career. As this nostalgic revival takes place, filming for ‘Fauji 2’ has also commenced in Pune, promising to deliver a fresh perspective on the cherished series.

The announcement of ‘Fauji 2’ has ignited a wave of excitement among fans, who are buzzing on social media about the modern twist that the beloved story will take. Enthusiasts of Shah Rukh Khan are particularly eager to see how the series will be adapted for a contemporary audience.Gauahar Khan, who portrays Lieutenant Colonel Simarjeet Kaur in ‘Fauji 2,’ expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “This is the first time I’ve committed to a project without even reading the script. When Sandeep approached me, I instantly said yes because I’m such a big fan of Shah Rukh Khan. It feels surreal to be part of the Fauji universe, and I’m proud to see this legendary series being revived.”Doordarshan’s Director General, Kanchan Prasad, commented, “’Fauji’ is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with viewers.

As we anticipate ‘Fauji 2,’ airing the original series is a perfect way to reconnect with the roots of this iconic show and honor its legacy before embarking on the next chapter.”‘Fauji 2’ is produced, creatively directed, and conceptualized by Sandeep Singh, featuring a modern twist on the army-based drama with an exciting new cast, including Vicky Jain and Gauahar Khan. Don’t miss the revival of ‘Fauji,’ starting today, every Monday to Thursday, on DD National!The production team behind ‘Fauji 2’ includes co-producers Vicky Jain and Zafar Mehdi, with Sameer Hallim serving as Creative Head.

The title track is composed by Shreyas Puranik and sung by Sonu Nigam. The series boasts a story by Vishal Chaturvedi, screenplay by Amarnath Jha, and dialogues by Anil Choudhary and Chaitanya Tulsyan. This marks the directorial debut of Abhinav Pareek, known for his work on ‘Sab Moh Maaya Hai’ and ‘A Wedding Story,’ with Nishant Chandrashekhar also contributing as a director.The show will air on Doordarshan in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Bengali.