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Bollywood’s Classic Ek Chalis Ki Last Local Set for Global Sequel : The Film Director plans to Shoot in Chile
New Delhi [India], March 29: The beloved genre breaking sleeper hit film ‘Ek Chalis Ki Last Local’, a dark comedy starring Abhay Deol, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Neha Dhupia is finally poised for a long-awaited sequel with a twist: this time, the chaos unfolds not in Mumbai’s gritty local trains but against the stunning vistas of [...]
New Delhi [India], March 29: The beloved genre breaking sleeper hit film ‘Ek Chalis Ki Last Local’, a dark comedy starring Abhay Deol, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Neha Dhupia is finally poised for a long-awaited sequel with a twist: this time, the chaos unfolds not in Mumbai’s gritty local trains but against the stunning vistas of Chile. Director Sanjay Khanduri, who penned and helmed the original cult classic, confirmed plans for the follow-up, teasing a plot that’s “bigger, madder, and global.”
The original film, made on a humble budget, became a surprise sensation, grossing silently revenues more than 20 times post release garnering over ₹72 crores till now across formats and amassing a dedicated fanbase of over 20 million. Its quirky funny narrative— a one-night misadventure of protagonist after missing Mumbai’s last local train—resonated globally, particularly in Latin America. Now, Khanduri plans to upend the premise: “This time missing the last ride not in Mumbai but in a foreign land—Chile’s surreal landscapes should a thrilling new dimension to the story,” he shared.
Initially eyeing Morocco’s nightscapes, Khanduri after a five-day Chilean government’s hosted tour is now got captivated by the country’s cinematic diversity and is now planning to take the film there — from the Milky Way-lit Atacama Desert to Valparaiso’s colourful hill city and Santiago’s night pulse—he called Chile “a filmmaker’s dream.” “Unlike most Europeans, the people here resemble Indians, with sharp features, black hair and warm smiles. It’s an organic fit for Bollywood,” Khanduri quoted, praising Chile’s blend of natural grandeur and cosmopolitan energy.
