After winning the hearts of both audiences and critics with a wide range of characters across genres, Rajkummar Rao is all set to embark on a journey into a repulsive, unflinching crime drama in world driven by power and ambition.
The recently dropped teaser has already stirred excitement among netizens with Rao portraying a calculated, cold-blooded gangster who commands obedience with fear and firepower.
Set against a gritty backdrop of Uttar Pradesh’s underworld, the teaser takes off with Rajkummar Rao walking through a dimly-lit, shady building with a gun slung casually over his shoulder.
The tension sets the mood as it pans quickly and cuts to a rebellious confrontation where he takes down a man in public leaving the crowd bewildered.
With high-octane action, the teaser depicts a world where survival is earned through violence, not virtue. Rao opens another important scene, saying:
“There are two types of people in society. One who earns his bread with his sweat. And the other who takes away his bread with his blood and sweat. I'm the other one. I don't care what people think about me. Whether I'm a villain or a hero. I'm the hero in my story.”
Helmed by director Pulkit and backed by producers Kumar Taurani (Tips Films) and Jay Shewakramani (Northern Lights Films), 'Maalik' promises a riveting tale of anarchy and moral ambiguity. With music composed by Sachin-Jigar, lyrics penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya, and a background score by Ketan Sodha, the film promises to deliver an immersive cinematic experience.
Announced on Rajkummar Rao’s 40th birthday, 'Maalik' is slated to hit theaters on July 11, 2025.