Celebrating Shah Rukh Khan’s 59th birthday with a special surprise, the Fauji 2 trailer has dropped, reintroducing the character that marked SRK’s television debut in 1989: Lieutenant Abhimanyu Rai. Although the new show stars Suvansh Dhar as Abhimanyu, it taps into the nostalgic essence of SRK’s early days on screen.
Directed by Abhinav Pareek and written by a team including Amarnath Jha and Vishal Chaturvedi, Fauji 2 revisits the classic story with fresh faces, including Gauahar Khan as Lt. Colonel Simarjeet Kaur, alongside Aashish Bhardwaj, Utkarsh Kohli, and Vikas Jain. The trailer provides glimpses of the modern “faujis,” blending intense physical training scenes with personal challenges and moments of camaraderie, bringing both action and emotion.
A Tribute to the Legend
SRK originally brought Lt. Abhimanyu Rai to life in Fauji (1989), directed by Raj Kumar Kapoor. The series, which depicted the lives of Indian Army recruits, remains a beloved classic in Indian television history. The reboot pays tribute to SRK’s iconic role, honoring his journey from a young TV actor to the megastar he is today.
Release and Language Accessibility
Fauji 2 will air on Doordarshan starting November 18 at 9 p.m., and, in a move aimed at resonating with SRK’s diverse fan base, will be available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Bengali. Produced by Sandeep Singh, with Vicky Jain and Zafar Mehdi as co-producers, the series promises to be both a tribute and a fresh take on the trials and triumphs of Indian Army cadets.
From glimpses of intense training and heartfelt moments to SRK’s character’s legacy, Fauji 2 is poised to bring back the legendary spirit of the original, just as the birthday boy himself continues to captivate his global fan base. Fans can expect an emotional ride, blending nostalgia with a new-age twist.