At a star-studded event in Dubai today, Shah Rukh Khan officially confirmed that Pathaan will return with a sequel — tentatively titled Pathaan 2. The announcement has set social media abuzz, with fans flooding timelines with clips from the event and expressing excitement over the revival of the Yash Raj Films (YRF) Spy Universe.

The reveal comes at a time when some had assumed YRF would pause its spy-action franchise, especially in light of the lukewarm reception to War 2. In between, Dhurandhar — another action release — has been performing strongly at the box office, adding to the surprise of the timing. Meanwhile, speculation was rife that Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt, might close the Spy Universe chapter; but Pathaan 2 brings new life into those narratives.

Still, fans and critics alike are warning YRF against repeating old tropes. With evolving audience sensibilities, many feel that relying yet again on the familiar India–Pakistan rivalry won’t resonate. The demand now is for a fresh story to justify massive investments in VFX and action sequences. Without innovation, the once-riveting Spy Universe could lose its edge.

According to early updates, much of Pathaan 2 will be shot in Chile — a hint that the film may explore unfamiliar terrains and international stakes. While it’s early to draw conclusions, the promise of a new chapter has definitely reignited hope. For now, fans are holding onto that iconic SRK swagger and high-octane expectation — eagerly awaiting the next adventure on the global spy stage.