Jaipur: The much-awaited Hindi film ‘Antas 2’ made a sparkling debut in the Pink City as its grand premiere at the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema turned into a memorable evening filled with thunderous applause and heartfelt appreciation.Produced under the banner of Sonam Tele Films, the film received an overwhelming response from the audience, with the entire cinema hall echoing with claps and cheers throughout the screening.
The emotional love story, woven with simplicity and set against the breathtaking landscapes of Rajasthan, clearly struck a chord with viewers.The star-studded premiere was attended by director Surendra Swami, producer Suresh Kumar, lead actress Shreya Khanna, lead actor Alok Bhardwaj, writer Mahesh Runiwal, Hindon MLA Anita Jatav, ACP Amjad Khan, and prominent Rajasthani actors including Raj Jangid, Shravan Sagar, RK Sara, Rajveer Gurjar Bassi, Charan Singh Pathik, Radheshyam Piplawa, and Ganesh Maharaj, among others.
This marks director Surendra Swami’s first major film project, and the strong support from both the audience and film fraternity members was clearly visible. Guests present at the event praised the film’s sensitive direction, engaging storyline, and natural performances by the lead pair.Set in the vibrant streets of Jaipur, the serene lakes of Rajsamand, and the picturesque surroundings of Udaipur, ‘Antas 2’ continues the journey from the successful first part.
The film narrates a tender love story where Shreya Khanna plays a young woman who arrives in Jaipur in search of her beloved and finds herself drawn to the simplicity of a humble taxi driver, portrayed convincingly by Alok Bhardwaj.Speaking after the screening, an visibly emotional director Surendra Swami said, “The premiere of Antas 2 at Raj Mandir in Jaipur feels like a dream come true.
Seeing the love and appreciation from Rajasthani stars and the audience has left me overwhelmed. This film will touch every heart. My first big film, a love story shot on the streets of Jaipur, will surely captivate the viewers. The entire team has worked tirelessly to make this possible.”Lead actress Shreya Khanna shared her excitement, stating, “The energy at the Jaipur premiere was incredible. Meeting Rajasthani stars was truly an honour. The chemistry between my character and Alok’s was well received by everyone. Shooting in Jaipur taught me the real meaning of simplicity.
Antas 2 is definitely a milestone in my career.”Actor Alok Bhardwaj reflected on his challenging role, saying, “Portraying the simplicity of a taxi driver was not easy, but under Surendra Sir’s guidance, it became a memorable experience. Hearing appreciation from Rajasthani stars at Raj Mandir brought me immense joy. This is an everyday man’s story that will touch every heart.”Producer Suresh Kumar expressed his pride, noting, “After the success of the first Antas, making Antas 2 has been a matter of great pride for the team.
We have left no stone unturned in maintaining quality. The support from Rajasthani cinema veterans and the love from the audience is our biggest reward. The wait for the audience is finally coming to an end.”Writer Mahesh Runiwal described the film as a beautiful blend of Bollywood storytelling and Rajasthan’s rich cultural essence. He highlighted how the carefully chosen locations played a vital role in bringing the narrative to life.The premiere saw glowing tributes from attending film personalities and dignitaries who lauded the director’s vision and the cast’s authentic acting.
Producer Suresh Kumar also reiterated the team’s commitment to continue filmmaking in Rajasthan and to encourage local talent in the future.With its heartfelt narrative and stunning visuals of Rajasthan, ‘Antas 2’ promises to offer audiences a refreshing cinematic experience. The enthusiastic response at the Jaipur premiere strongly indicates that the film is set to create waves when it releases in theatres across the country.
