The much-awaited sequel to Raat Akeli Hai has officially been announced. Titled Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, the film brings back Nawazuddin Siddiqui as the gritty and sharp Inspector Jatil Yadav. Helmed once again by director Honey Trehan and written by Smita Singh, the film promises another gripping story filled with mystery, deception, and moral conflict.
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Produced by RSVP and MacGuffin Pictures, the sequel will reunite the original team that made the 2020 crime thriller a critical success. Joining Siddiqui in the ensemble cast are Chitrangada Singh, Rajat Kapoor, Deepti Naval, Ila Arun, Revathy, Akhilendra Mishra, Priyanka Setia, Sanjay Kapoor, and Radhika Apte — each set to play pivotal roles in this dark, character-driven narrative.
Set several years after the events of the first film, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders follows Inspector Jatil Yadav as he investigates a chilling new case — a brutal murder that tears open old wounds and exposes the hidden rot within an influential family. As Yadav digs deeper, he’s once again forced to question his own notions of justice and morality.
Reflecting on his return to one of his most memorable characters, Nawazuddin Siddiqui shared that Inspector Jatil Yadav holds a special place in his heart — a man who is imperfect, conflicted, yet unwavering in his quest for truth. “In The Bansal Murders, Jatil finds himself up against a case that tests his beliefs and principles. Smita and Honey have crafted a world that feels authentic and layered, where every truth hides a deeper mystery. Revisiting Jatil feels like picking up where I left off, and I’m grateful to RSVP, MacGuffin Pictures, and Netflix for giving me the opportunity to delve even deeper into his journey,” he said.
The sequel will have its World Premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa this November before its global release on Netflix.
With its intense storytelling, layered characters, and moody atmosphere, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders aims to elevate the legacy of the original while exploring the darker corners of power, crime, and conscience in modern India.