Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus may be heading for an unusual reversal. The early investors who backed Manus before its sale to Meta are now exploring a plan to buy the company back at the same $2 billion valuation, according to a report from The Information citing people familiar with the discussions. The move comes as Manus has posted significant growth since the acquisition, with annualized revenue reportedly climbing to between $400 million and $500 million, up from roughly $100 million when Meta acquired the company. “The early Chinese backers of AI firm Manus are planning to…