Mumbai, Aug 26 (IANS): The cast of KGF: Chapter 2, including Kannada superstar Yash and actor Prakash Raj, has started shooting for the much-hyped sequel as India goes through phased unlock.

Among other cast members to face the camera is Malavika Avinash, who is also a politician. She took to her unverified Twitter account and shared the news of the commencement of the shoot, along with pictures.

"After 6 full months... the Covid break is broken. Shooting today! Feels like a rebirth," she tweeted.

Several images of the veteran Prakash Raj from the sets have also been doing the rounds of the internet.

Prakash Raj, who has a pivotal role in the sequel, was not a part of the first film.

"Start camera… action... back to work," he tweeted.

In the images, Prakash Raj is seen receiving instructions from director Prashanth Neel.

Welcoming him, Prashanth Neel tweeted: "Welcome on board @prakashraaj sir.

We resume shoot finally for #KGFChapter2 Thank you everyone for all the love and excitement towards the movie. Wish us all the luck."

"KGF: Chapter 2" also stars Sanjay Dutt and Raveena Tandon.