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Jio Studios

Jio Studios is co-producing "Dhurandhar 2," a five-language pan-India and global sequel to one of the biggest Indian box office hits of 2025, targeting an Eid 2026 release.

Current mandate

Jio Studios is operating at the intersection of Bollywood franchise revival and pan-India IP expansion. The company's current strategic position centers on producing high-profile Indian action drama built around established star power and franchise recognition, with a deliberate push to convert Hindi-dominant hits into multi-language properties that can compete across all major Indian regional markets simultaneously. What distinguishes Jio Studios in the current landscape is its willingness to respond to audience demand signals in real time: the five-language rollout of "Dhurandhar 2" was a direct response to exceptional traction the first film generated in South Indian markets despite being a Hindi-only release. The company is also actively exploring mainstream theatrical releases in select overseas territories beyond the traditional diaspora circuit, signaling an ambition to position Indian franchise cinema alongside global commercial releases rather than as a niche export.

The studio's most prominent active production is "Dhurandhar 2," co-produced with B62 Studios and currently in post-production. It is the sequel to "Dhurandhar," which collected INR730.77 crore ($81 million) at the India box office and INR186.9 crore ($20.8 million) overseas, per numbers provided by Jio Studios. The sequel carries a locked Eid 2026 release date and is positioned as one of the most anticipated Indian releases of 2026, with a pan-India and global rollout planned across five languages from opening day.

Writers and IP holders with franchise-ready Indian action drama, cult-classic remake or sequel material, or stories with demonstrated cross-regional appeal should note that Jio Studios is actively developing within this lane. The company tracks decision makers and responds to market signals; outreach tied to existing IP with proven audience demand, particularly material with South Indian market crossover potential, is most likely to align with the current mandate.

Signature peaks

  • INR186.9 crore ($20.8 million) Overseas gross — Dhurandhar overseas box office, per Jio Studios
  • Five languages Release languages — Dhurandhar 2 pan-India rollout from day one
  • 4 Decision makers tracked — Active signals as of April 2025

Mandate dimensions

Genre focus
action, drama, thriller
Territory focus
India and global Indian diaspora markets
Budget tier (observed)
Not disclosed
Access pattern
Access is relationship-driven. Co-production partners and talent with existing Jio Studios ties represent the primary pathway. Writers should approach through Indian entertainment representation; franchise IP holders with cross-regional audience data are best positioned to initiate conversations.
Deal structure
Co-production model with partner studios (e.g., B62 Studios). Projects are structured around locked release windows, multi-language rollout strategies, and pan-India plus global distribution from day one. Overseas territory deals are explored on a market-by-market basis beyond the diaspora circuit.

Market context

"Dhurandhar 2 reaches audiences across regions in their local languages from day one." — Jio Studios

Indian studios reviving cult-classic franchise IP; Bollywood embracing legacy sequel/reboot strategy similar to Hollywood franchise expansion model

Common questions about Jio Studios

Does Jio Studios accept unsolicited script submissions?

No public open-submission policy has been confirmed for Jio Studios. The company operates primarily through established industry relationships, co-production partnerships (as seen with B62 Studios on Dhurandhar 2), and franchise IP development. Writers without existing industry connections are advised to approach through a recognized Indian talent agency or production attorney rather than submitting cold. Jio Studios tracks four decision makers, suggesting a relatively contained development team where relationship-based access is the norm.

How does Jio Studios attach to and develop projects?

Jio Studios develops through co-production arrangements with partner studios and by building sequels or remakes around proven franchise IP. The Dhurandhar 2 model is illustrative: the company identified exceptional regional market demand for the original, then structured a follow-up with a locked release window, a multi-language strategy, and a global rollout plan baked in from the start. Development decisions appear to be data-informed, with audience traction signals directly influencing production scope and language strategy.

What is Jio Studios currently producing?

Jio Studios is currently in post-production on Dhurandhar 2, co-produced with B62 Studios. The film is the sequel to Dhurandhar, one of the biggest Indian box office hits of 2025, which grossed INR730.77 crore ($81 million) domestically and INR186.9 crore ($20.8 million) overseas per Jio Studios figures. Dhurandhar 2 is planned for a five-language pan-India and global release on Eid 2026 and is reportedly one of the most anticipated Indian releases of that year.

Who leads development and production decisions at Jio Studios?

Jio Studios has four decision makers tracked in recent coverage, though specific names and titles are not detailed in available public signals as of the latest update (April 2025). The company is part of the Reliance Industries ecosystem via Jio, which provides significant infrastructure and distribution reach. For the most current leadership information, trade directories and recent Indian entertainment press coverage are the most reliable sources for named executives.

How do you get a project in front of Jio Studios?

The most viable access pathway is through established co-production relationships or via representation by a recognized Indian talent agency or entertainment attorney with existing Jio Studios contacts. The company's current mandate favors franchise-ready action drama and cult-classic IP with demonstrated cross-regional appeal, particularly material showing South Indian market crossover potential. Projects tied to proven IP or with a clear multi-language commercial case are most likely to align with the studio's active development priorities.

Is Jio Studios actively acquiring new projects right now?

Recent deal-tracking data shows zero unique deals in the past 30 and 90 days, suggesting the studio's near-term bandwidth is concentrated on delivering Dhurandhar 2 ahead of its Eid 2026 release. The latest tracked signal is dated April 2025, and 17 total records have been logged in the past 12 months. Writers and IP holders with franchise-compatible material may find the post-release window following Dhurandhar 2 a more receptive moment for new project conversations.

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