Among the most telling signs of the lasting impression an actor leaves on the audience is a measure of how eagerly fans await his act in the film’s sequel. Evidently then, chatter around Sanjay Dutt’s appearance in the second edition of Son of Sardar (2012) is testimony that his role as the revenge-seeking Billu was much appreciated.

Questions about Dutt’s association with the film were raised after his UK visa was denied, leading to speculation that the actor wouldn’t return to the franchise, fronted by Ajay Devgn. However, mid-day has it that Devgn is eager to have his close friend shoot a sequence that will serve as a precursor to the film’s third edition, which is expected to star Dutt in a prominent role.