Rumor has it that the sequel to Pacific Rim -- said to be titled Pacific Rim: Maelstrom -- may not be going ahead as soon as previously expected.

"Originally slated to shoot in Toronto in November of this year, we're now being told that the production for Pacific Rim: Maelstrom has been delayed until 2016--what month specifically, we don't know," according to Latino-Review.

"The reason for the delay is also unknown at this time, but there's a good chance this will negatively affect the release date, which is currently set for August 4, 2017."

PacRim production company Legendary Pictures had not responded to our request for confirmation, denial or comment at time of publish.