As ‘Sarfarosh’ completes 25 years, Aamir Khan says team seriously developing sequel

 Considered one of the best films of Khan’s career, the John Matthew Matthan-directed drama completed 25 years on May 10

Superstar Aamir Khan on Friday said he has been trying to make a sequel to his classic movie "Sarfarosh" for a long time and the team is now more than serious about developing the follow-up.

Considered one of the best films of Aamir's career, the John Matthew Matthan-directed movie completed 25 years Friday.

"I've been telling John (director) for many years to make 'Sarfarosh 2'. Also, the film ended in such a way that we could make part two of this film. I've told John that if he writes a good story, then we can make a 'Sarfarosh 2'. This time he told me he was trying," Khan said ahead of the screening of the film.

"I can commit one thing, that we'll definitely give it a really serious shot now, coming up with the right script and the right kind of film for it (part two)," he added.

Released on April 30 in 1999, the film received wide critical acclaim and was a commercial hit too. It also won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.

The story revolves around an honest police officer Ajay Singh Rathod (Khan), who meets and befriends a famous Pakistani ghazal singer, Gulfam Hassan (Naseeruddin Shah). Rathod's life takes a turn when he uncovers a huge conspiracy while investigating arms smuggling in Rajasthan.

Khan said he can't believe that "Sarfarosh" has completed 25 years and added that he is grateful for all the love and appreciation the film has received.