Desk (15 September 2026): Nearly 28 years after the release of the popular
Odia action film Sahara Jaluchhi, a sequel to the movie has been
announced, bringing back director Sudhanshu Mohan Sahu to helm the
project.
Released in 1998, Sahara
Jaluchhi went on to achieve significant commercial success and gained
popularity among Odia film audiences. Now, the makers are preparing to take the
story forward with a new sequel.
The announcement was
reportedly made during the premiere of the film Dandakaali. Rajashree
Cinecraft has announced the new project, with Sudhanshu Sahu once again taking
charge of direction. The upcoming film is expected to carry the legacy of its
predecessor while presenting the story in a fresh format.
Dilip Choudhury has been credited with the story, screenplay and
dialogues, while noted music composer Prem Anand will handle the music. Rajashree
Ghosh is producing the film, with Sukanta Kumar Sahu serving as
executive producer.
The new movie is
reportedly titled “Sahara Jaluchhi...”, with further details about the
subtitle and storyline expected to be revealed later.
Interestingly, there is
also buzz that director Sudhanshu Sahu himself will be seen in a different role
in the upcoming film. The first-look material has already sparked curiosity
among audiences, raising expectations for the long-awaited sequel.
After almost three decades, the return of Sahara Jaluchhi is set to bring back memories of the original while introducing a new chapter for today's Odia cinema audience.
