His character was killed off in Sarkar 2, so the chances of Abhishek Bachchan’s character being part of Sarkar 3 are next to none. But the threequel’s team is keen to have AB Jr on board and hope to get the writers to find some way of reviving him for the role.

But, groans Abhishek, “It seems unlikely that I can be part of Sarkar 3. However, this was one of my favourite films and character. I’d love to be part of the continuing saga, though.”

Abhishek said, “Every time I get to do a film with him, I come away stronger as an actor. Every film with him has been a memorable one. And movies are all about memories.”

Jr Bachchan said about his dad’s performance in TE3N. “He continues to surprise all of us. His last shot in TE3N is a textbook on acting.”