Patralekha refused to work in Shraddha and Rajkumar's Stree 3

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Stree 2, starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, has been a major success at the box office since its release on August 15, 2024, collecting 56235 crores on a modest budget of 50 crores.

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Due to the positive response, the makers have announced the sequel, Stree 3

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In a recent interview, Rajkummar Rao's wife, Patralekha, was asked if she would join the cast of Stree 3 She declined, stating that Shraddha Kapoor's pairing with Rajkummar Rao is "very cool" and the existing cast fits perfectly into the film's world.

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Stree 2 continues to perform well, collecting around 200 crores on its 35th day.

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The film is directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Jyoti Deshpande, with a cast that includes Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana, and Pankaj Tripathi

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The storyline of Stree 2 revolves around the eerie events in the town of Chanderi, continuing from the 2018 hit film Stree

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Filmmaker Amar Kaushik expressed his satisfaction with the film's success, emphasizing the importance of story over star power He believes in creating a compelling narrative first and then casting the right actors to fit the roles.

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Kaushik mentioned that the audience is smart and can see through films that rely solely on star power without a strong story

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He aims to make films that resonate with the audience, ensuring they leave the theater feeling entertained

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The director also highlighted the collaborative effort needed to build a successful film, rather than depending on the appeal of a single star