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Putting an end to months of speculation, actor Shahid Kapoor has finally confirmed that the much-awaited second season of Farzi is officially underway. The announcement comes nearly three years after the first season premiered and quickly became one of India’s most talked-about web series.

Shahid broke the news on Tuesday through his Instagram Stories, instantly exciting fans. He shared a photo featuring himself with series creators Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K., popularly known as Raj & DK, who helm the show as its creators, directors and producers. Alongside the image, Shahid wrote a cryptic but celebratory line: “The fakers are back at it.”

Soon after, Raj & DK also hinted at the show’s return. The duo posted an image of stacked currency notes on their Instagram handle with the caption “Round 2 in progress,” further confirming that work on the new season has begun.

Shahid Kapoor with Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dasarakothapalli

Earlier, Shahid had spoken candidly about why the sequel was taking time. Explaining the lengthy process, he said that large-scale shows like Farzi involve extensive post-production work, including dubbing in 35–40 languages and releasing the series in nearly 200 countries. He added that once filming wraps up, it usually takes about a year before the show is ready for release.

READ MORE: Khan Sir’s affordable hospital in Patna becomes lifeline for poorThe first season of Farzi featured a strong ensemble cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Raashii Khanna, Kay Kay Menon, Bhuvan Arora, Regina Cassandra and veteran actor Amol Palekar. The series followed the journey of Sunny, a small-time artist who drifts into the dangerous world of counterfeiting, only to find himself locked in a high-stakes battle with a sharp and unorthodox task force officer determined to stop him.

With season two now confirmed, expectations are high for the return of the gripping cat-and-mouse drama that captivated audiences across the country.