Prabhas, who rose to international fame after the humongous success of gobsmackingly epic Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017), was busy shooting for his 20th outing when the Coronavirus pandemic struck and all shooting activities came to a screeching halt everywhere in the world.
Though the Indian film industry is gearing up to resume shooting in a couple of weeks, there is no update on when the makers of Prabhas’ next will roll the camera again. Meanwhile, the news is coming in that the makers have finalised a new title for the romantic action entertainer. Earlier called Jaan, the movie has now been titled Radhe Shyam. However, there has been no official announcement confirming the development.
Last seen in Saaho, which emerged as one of the highest-grossing films of 2019, Prabhas plays a dual role in his next. One of his characters is a palmist. Pooja Hegde, who has been delivering back-to-back hits across industries, stars opposite Prabhas. This is the first time when both actors are working together on a project. The audience is really excited and is looking forward to seeing their crackling chemistry on the silver screen.
Directed by well-known South Indian filmmaker Radhakrishna Kumar, the forthcoming film has become one of the most anticipated movies of the year. But if reports are to be believed, it may not make it to theatres in 2020. Some media outlets suggest that the makers are planning to release it early next year as a major chunk is yet to be shot.
Prabhas will also star in an untitled film, which will be helmed by Nag Ashwin. Pooja Hegde, on the other hand, will romance superstar Salman Khan in her next Hindi film Kabhi Ek Kabhi Diwali.
Keep visiting this space for more updates from the world of showbiz.
Ranveer Singh’s rugged new look anchors the high-energy music video.
Rapper Hanumankind makes his official Bollywood début with a fierce verse.
Modern take on the classic Punjabi folk tune 'Jogi'.
Glimpses of Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal in the mix.
The full trailer lands next month.
The Dhurandhar title track just hit the internet, and the noise around this spy thriller just went up a few notches. This is the track that pulls rapper Hanumankind into his first proper Bollywood playback moment. They have taken the old folk number 'Jogi' and built a power-packed version around it, a mix of earthy roots and straight-up aggressive energy that hits like a truck. It fits, honestly. It mirrors the film's whole gritty vibe and Ranveer Singh's battle-hardened look with that wild beard.
Hanumankind brings raw rap fire while Ranveer Singh owns 'Dhurandhar' music video Getty Images/ Youtube Screengrab/Saregama Music
What is the Dhurandhar title track about?
You get a proper blast of the film’s atmosphere from this track. The music video cuts fast between shots of a heavily bearded and muscular Ranveer Singh, looking every bit the part of a hardened operative. The video cuts to the other big names in the cast as well. Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal are all there in what appears to be a tense, dark situation. The music includes traditional Punjabi folk with a stronger, cinematic rhythm.
How did Hanumankind get involved in the Dhurandhar song?
It turns out his involvement was a pretty organic, almost spontaneous thing. Music composer Shashwat Sachdev opened up about how the rap section came together. Apparently, it happened during a late-night studio session with director Aditya Dhar and Hanumankind himself. They captured an impromptu performance that just clicked, bringing what Sachdev called a "raw, instinctive fire" to the whole track. For an artist known for his independent work, this Dhurandhar feature is a major step into the mainstream film scene.
All this build-up is heading towards a definite date. The makers confirmed it right at the end of the title track video. Dhurandhar is locked in for a worldwide theatrical release on 5 December of this year. For those who need more than a song to tide them over, the official trailer is promised for 12 November.
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