: Bachchan accepted the role of Sonia Solandres because she grew up watching the original Peter Sellers films and wanted to participate in a project her young relatives could enjoy.
: While the title refers to the legendary diamond (so named because a flaw in its centre resembles a leaping panther), the name has also become synonymous with the animated character seen in the opening credits, which became a global star in its own right. Critical Legacy subtitle The Pink Panther 2
Steve Martin not only starred but also co-wrote the script, aiming to blend "smart humor" with high-energy physical gags. : Bachchan accepted the role of Sonia Solandres
: Martin performed a significant portion of his own stunts, embracing the "bull in a china shop" mentality of the character. : Martin performed a significant portion of his
: While the film has a predominantly French setting, many of the "Parisian" scenes were actually filmed in Boston .