Mumbai, September 3, 2026: Australian Premier Chris Minns visited Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in Mumbai on Thursday, September 3, during his India visit, marking another significant milestone in the production house’s long-standing association with Australia.
During the visit, filmmaker and producer Sajid Nadiadwala announced a three-film deal that will see upcoming Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment productions being shot in Australia. One of the major projects included in the deal is Heyy Babyy 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular 2007 comedy Heyy Babyy.
The announcement further strengthens the creative and production partnership between the Indian entertainment industry and Australia.
Heyy Babyy 2 Returns to Australia
The inclusion of Heyy Babyy 2 holds particular significance for the franchise, as the original Heyy Babyy was also filmed in Australia. Nearly two decades after the first film, the sequel will return to the country that played an important role in the original movie’s production.
The three-film collaboration is being developed through a partnership between Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and Sydney-based TEMPLE, with Australia set to become an important shooting destination for the production house’s upcoming projects.
The move is expected to further strengthen the connection between Indian filmmakers and Australia’s screen production industry.
Chris Minns Visits Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
Premier Chris Minns, who is in India from August 31 to September 3, visited the Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment office in Mumbai as part of his India itinerary.
During his visit, the Australian Premier toured the production house’s office and interacted with the team. The visit concluded with the announcement of the three-film Australia deal.
Speaking about the partnership, Sajid Nadiadwala highlighted Australia’s locations, professional filmmaking environment and support for international productions.
He said Australia is an attractive destination for filmmakers because of its scenic locations and film-friendly environment. Nadiadwala also recalled the positive experiences of his teams while shooting in the country and said those experiences encouraged the production house to consider Australia for future projects.
He also highlighted the significance of the India-Australia co-production treaty and expressed his pleasure at hosting Premier Chris Minns at Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
Chris Minns Welcomes Bollywood Productions to NSW
NSW Premier Chris Minns described Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment’s decision to bring three upcoming productions to Australia as a strong endorsement of the country’s screen industry.
Minns noted the production house’s history with Australia, including filming the original Heyy Babyy in NSW almost 20 years ago.
According to Minns, large Indian productions can generate employment opportunities for local crews, creatives and businesses while also showcasing New South Wales to audiences across India.
He further emphasized Australia’s diverse filming locations, experienced production crews and strong Indian community as factors that can make NSW an attractive destination for Indian filmmakers.
Anupam Sharma on the India-Australia Film Partnership
Australian filmmaker Anupam Sharma, who has long supported Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment’s production plans in Sydney, also welcomed the announcement.
Sharma was involved with the original Heyy Babyy shoot in Australia and praised Sajid Nadiadwala and his team for their professionalism and respect for Australia’s filmmaking practices.
He also pointed to the India-Australia Co-production Treaty as an important development that can provide greater opportunities for collaborations between filmmakers from both countries.
A New Chapter for India-Australia Cinema Collaboration
The three-film announcement builds on Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment’s previous production experience in Australia while opening the door to further collaboration between the Indian and Australian film industries.
For Heyy Babyy 2, the return to Australia also adds a notable connection to the original film, potentially making the sequel’s production a significant moment for fans of the franchise.
With three upcoming productions planned in Australia, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment is positioning the country as an important international filming destination for its future projects.
Having completed 75 years in the entertainment industry, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment continues its multi-generational legacy while Sajid Nadiadwala leads the production house toward new international collaborations and contemporary storytelling opportunities.
SEO FAQs
Q. What is Heyy Babyy 2?
Heyy Babyy 2 is the upcoming sequel to the 2007 comedy film Heyy Babyy and is among the three Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment films planned to be shot in Australia.
Q. Where will Heyy Babyy 2 be shot?
Heyy Babyy 2 is among the upcoming Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment productions planned to be filmed in Australia.
Q. Who announced the three-film Australia deal?
Producer Sajid Nadiadwala announced the three-film Australia shooting deal during Australian Premier Chris Minns’ visit to Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in Mumbai.
Q. When did Chris Minns visit Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment?
Australian Premier Chris Minns visited Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment’s Mumbai office on September 3, 2026, during his India visit.
Q. What is the connection between Heyy Babyy and Australia?
The original Heyy Babyy, released in 2007, was filmed in Australia. Heyy Babyy 2 will continue that connection by returning to Australia for its production.
