For director Avinash Arun Dhaware, #RajkummarRao was always the first choice to portray Ujjwal Nikam. Speaking about the casting, Avinash highlights Rajkummar’s National Award-winning talent and his ability to bring conviction, dedication and depth to complex characters. The actor’s approach to his craft made him a natural fit for a role.

The collaboration also holds a personal significance for the director and actor. Avinash Arun and Rajkummar Rao share a long association that dates back to their college days. Their journey from being college friends to eventually working together on a story of such importance adds another layer to their collaboration on Prahaar.

Avinash also speaks highly of Rajkummar’s instinctive approach to performance, describing him as a “one-take artist.” According to the director, several scenes between them came together in the very first take!

With Rajkummar Rao taking on the challenging role of Ujjwal Nikam, the film brings together a strong ensemble cast including Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikandar Kher, Tarun Sharma and Lalit Prabhakar.

Directed by Avinash Arun Dhaware and produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam releases in cinemas on 16th October.

By Keerti Kadam

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Ahead of Paatal Lok Season 2’s global premiere on January 17, Sudip showers heaps of praise on Jaideep’s commendable acting prowess and his commanding screen presence. He shares, “Jaideep’s brilliance lies in his ability to simply be on screen—never acting, just existing in the moment. That’s the hallmark of a good actor – the art of just being on screen without being anxious about what to do next. His performance in Paatal Lok was a masterclass in subtlety, where even the spaces of emptiness spoke volumes. In season 2, there’s a moment in episode 8—a one-minute shot where he does absolutely nothing but think—and yet, you can’t take your eyes off him. That’s the rare, larger-than-life screen presence he commands, effortlessly captivating the audience. It’s inspiring to see such craftsmanship and storytelling come alive in shows like this.”

Paatal Lok Season 2 thrusts Hathi Ram Chaudhary into uncharted territory, testing his resilience and morality like never before. As he confronts both a ruthless criminal underworld and his inner demons, the lines between duty and obsession blur, leading him to face his darkest fears. Directed by #AvinashArunDhaware, and produced under the banner of Clean Slate Filmz Production and Eunoia Films, the show boasts a stellar cast, featuring Jaideep Ahlawat, #IshwakSingh, #TillotamaShome, and #GulPanag in the lead roles. Paatal Lok Season 2 will premiere on January 17 exclusively on Prime Video in India and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

By Keerti Kadam

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