Anupam Kher begins work on his 550th film: Khosla Ka Ghosla 2
Veteran actor Anupam Kher marked a memorable milestone on January 3, 2026, as he began shooting his 550th film, Khosla Ka Ghosla 2. Sharing the moment on social media from Delhi, Kher described the milestone as one born of gratitude rather than a finish line.
“Marathon Man of Indian Cinema”
In a heartfelt note, Kher recalled an anecdote from the Cannes Film Festival where an international director reportedly called him the “Marathon Man of Indian Cinema” after learning about the sheer number of his films. As he set foot on the new film’s set, he wrote, “So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS!”
From a young newcomer to a milestone
Kher reflected on his long journey, remembering his arrival in Mumbai on June 3, 1981. “Never had I dreamt that I will reach this LANDMARK of 550 films,” he wrote, while stressing that he sees this as the “interval point” of his life and career, not the end. “Dreams have no EXPIRY date!”
He credited optimism, perseverance and hard work for his longevity, and acknowledged the many people who made it possible: producers, directors, co-actors, technicians — and above all, the audience. He signed off his message with a note of faith and pride: “Jai Ho! Jai Hind! Om Namah Shivay!”
What to expect from Khosla Ka Ghosla 2
The new film is a sequel to the much-loved 2006 cult classic Khosla Ka Ghosla, in which Kher won hearts as the middle-class patriarch Kamal Kishore Khosla. The sequel is reportedly being directed by Umesh Bist, the filmmaker behind Pagglait, and is expected to bring the Khosla family back into contemporary times while preserving the original’s signature humour and emotional warmth.
- Tone: Expect a blend of comedy and heart — the original’s grounded humour is likely to return, updated for today’s world.
- Characters: Fans will look forward to revisiting familiar faces and seeing how the Khosla family navigates modern challenges.
- Direction: With Umesh Bist reportedly at the helm, the sequel could add a fresh, sensitive directorial voice that balances satire with empathy.
- Location: Filming began in Delhi, which may influence the film’s setting and its contemporary social flavours.
Why this matters to fans and the industry
Anupam Kher’s 550th film is more than a number — it’s a celebration of a career that has spanned theatre, television, mainstream Bollywood and international work. For fans, the return of Kamal Kishore Khosla brings nostalgia and curiosity: how will a beloved character fit into today’s world? For the industry, Kher’s milestone underlines the staying power of artists who reinvent themselves across decades.
As cameras roll on Khosla Ka Ghosla 2, audiences are already eager to see how the sequel rekindles the original’s magic while offering new layers to a familiar story. If Kher’s optimism and the promise of a sensitive director are any indication, the film will aim to balance laughter, warmth and timely commentary — much like its predecessor.
Fans wait with anticipation
With an emotional note from Kher and the first day of shooting behind him, anticipation is building. Whether you grew up with the original or discovered it later, the return of the Khosla family — guided by one of India’s most versatile actors — is shaping up to be one of the year’s most talked-about moments in Bollywood.
