Rajkummar Rao is the ultimate Bollywood chameleon. Whether he’s melting hearts as the sweet boy-next-door or wrecking us with intense emotional roles, he always delivers. But this time, he’s flipping the script and going full dark mode. In Maalik, Rajkummar isn’t here to romance – he’s here to rule, and the trailer just proved it.
Maalik Trailer: Rajkummar Rao Goes From Lovable to Lethal
Say goodbye to the soft-spoken small-town sweetheart – Rajkummar Rao just turned gangster, and boy, is he terrifying. The trailer for Maalik just dropped, and we’re still picking our jaws up off the floor. Rugged, ruthless, and radiating menace, he’s in full bad-boy mode and we are so here for it.
Set in the gritty alleys of 1980s Allahabad, Maalik isn’t just a film; it’s a full-on power trip. Rajkummar’s character is the kind of guy who walks into a room, and silence follows. With guns, greed, and game-changing power plays, this story’s got everything a solid gangster drama needs, plus a sprinkle of retro grime.
Rajkummar’s Darkest Role Yet? You Bet.
“This is the first time I’m doing such a hard-hitting role. It really pushed me as an actor and let me explore a darker, more intense side. Playing a layered, ruthless gangster was both thrilling and challenging, and that’s what made it so exciting. I can’t wait for the audience to experience the gritty, gripping world we’ve created,” Rajkummar admits, and it shows.
Enter Manushi Chhillar: Beauty Meets Grit
Adding some serious heat to this explosive narrative is Manushi Chhillar, stepping into a bold new zone. She shared, “Maalik is really special to me. It’s my first collaboration with such a talented team, Rajkummar and director Pulkit, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I got to portray a character I’ve never explored before. And the film allowed me to step into a world that’s gritty, raw and intense. It’s been such a thrilling journey. And I truly hope the audience connects with it.”
With heavyweights like Saurabh Shukla, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Prosenjit Chatterjee bringing depth and drama, this cast is stacked. Each frame crackles with tension, and it’s not just about who’s got the gun; it’s who’s got the guts.
Director Pulkit is stepping into theatrical territory for the first time, and he’s doing it with a bang (literally). Known for his intense storytelling, he’s crafted a world that’s dark, emotional, and dripping in drama. First film on the big screen and he’s already swinging for the fences.
Maalik hits theatres on 11th July 2025, and if this trailer is any clue, we’re looking at a blockbuster soaked in blood, betrayal, and bravado. Produced by Kumar Taurani and Jay Shewakramani, the film’s got big names, bigger stakes, and enough punch to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Rajkummar Rao’s gone rogue, Manushi’s dropping jaws, and Maalik is serving desi gangster realness like never before. Are you ready for the madness?
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