EXCLUSIVE: Rajkummar Rao to play a gangster in Bhakshak director Pulkit’s next; Filming begins in September

EXCLUSIVE: Rajkummar Rao to play a gangster in Bhakshak director Pulkit’s next; Filming begins in September

As a seasoned lifestyle connoisseur with a keen eye for cinema, I must say that the upcoming collaboration between Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar under Pulkit’s direction is undeniably intriguing. Having followed Rajkummar’s career since his humble beginnings in the industry, it’s fascinating to see him venture into uncharted territories – this time, action!


Just a week back, TopMob exclusively reported that Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar are teaming up for the first time on Bhakshak director, Pulkit’s next film. We also informed our readers that the film will be produced by Jay Shewakramani, who is known for producing films like Jaawani Jaaneman, Freddy, Malang, Race 2 and It’s Entertainment among others. And now, we have exclusively learnt that the film is all set to go on floors in September 2024 and will mark the foray of Rajkummar Rao into the action space.

Based on reports from people involved in the project, it appears that Rajkummar Rao has been cast as a gangster in Pulkit’s upcoming directorial venture. This film is expected to be a full-fledged commercial production, with Rajkummar portraying a gangster. The makers intend to shoot significant portions of the movie in Uttar Pradesh and some scenes in Mumbai, as the narrative and character are deeply connected to UP. In early September, Rajkummar will participate in readings and workshops with the team to prepare for this role.

According to our source, the movie is set to premiere on cinema screens around mid-2025. Filming will commence in September and last for about two months. The storyline has a more mainstream approach, with Rajkummar portraying an exaggerated character, as shared by the source.

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2024-08-12 16:53