
Rajkummar Rao, whose recent films such as Srikanthand Mrand Mrs Mahihave achieved significant success, is renowned for his dedication to roles across various genres. Having excelled in intense dramas and uproarious comedies, Rao is now gearing up to explore the action genre.
While Hit: The First Casemarked the actor'sinitial foray into action, the opportunity to collaborate on the action-thriller Maalikwith director Pulkit and producer Jay Shewakramani was one Rao couldn't resist. This upcoming project will challenge his acting abilities through high-energy stunts, for which the actor has already commenced rigorous physical preparation.
Joining Rao in Maalikis Medha Shankar, knownfor her role in the critically acclaimed12th Fail.
Scheduled to begin filming in September, Maalikwill unfold acrossLucknow and Banaras over a three-month period. The narrative promises to immerse viewers in the vibrant tapestry of these cities, starting with filming in Lucknow before shifting to Varanasi.
Following Maalik, fans can anticipate Rao's return in Stree 2, a highly awaited horror-comedy featuring Shraddha Kapoor, Aparshakti Khurana, Pankaj Tripathi, and Abhishek Banerjee.
Additionally, Rao will also be seen alongsideTriptii Dimri for an intriguing project titled Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video.
Rajkummar Rao continues to captivate audiences with his diverse roles, and Maalik promises to showcase yet another facet of his talent as he steps into the action hero mould.