'Max 2' in the works, Kiccha Sudeep and team working on another visual treat

As a clever and fearless cop, Sudeep did not only battle villains but also showed his lighter side by singing and making tea during calmer moments in 'Max'.

Kiccha Sudeep’s 2024 Christmas release proved to be a career-defining hit, drawing an overwhelming response from viewers. Max not only set the cash registers ringing at the box office but also became one of the biggest blockbusters in Kannada cinema that year. The movie was also special for Kiccha Sudeep as it marked his return to the silver screen after two and a half years.

Now, DH has learnt that the makers are planning to make a sequel to the hit film, and the project is currently in development. Kiccha Sudeep and the Max team are working closely to deliver another visual treat for the audiences.

Spilling beans about the project, an insider said, “'The sequel is certainly in the works, but some aspects still need to be finalized. The team is exploring every possible way to deliver another blockbuster.”

The insider further added that “The project is progressing at a rapid pace; however, there’s uncertainty around Kalaippuli S Thanu’s involvement as the producer.”

In his directorial debut, Vijay Kartikeyaa brought out the best in Kiccha, framing scenes that not only clicked with fans but also with cinema lovers. The movie stars Samyuktha Hornadu, Kamaraj, and Sukrutha Wagle in prominent roles, and the music is composed by B Ajaneesh Loknath.

Max Plot

Set throughout a single night, the film unfolds with gripping twists as Max and his team confront a series of fresh challenges. Kiccha Sudeep aced the screen as Max with his electrifying personality leaving audiences impressed by his charisma. As a clever and fearless cop, he not only battles villains but also shows his lighter side by singing and making tea during calmer moments. His entry scene is designed for whistles, and it delivers, even in multiplexes.