Maalik Trailer Out! Rajkummar Rao Sheds His Goody Small Town Boy Persona; Turns Cold, Menacing Gangster In Gritty Action Drama- Watch

Tips Films and Northern Lights Films have dropped the much-awaited trailer of Maalik, a gritty action-packed entertainer that sees Rajkummar Rao in his most intense and menacing role yet. In Maalik, Rajkummar Rao appears in a never-seen-before avatar as a cold-blooded gangster, brimming with menace and terror.

Rajkummar Rao’s Maalik Trailer Out

With his rugged look and high-octane action moves, Rajkummar commands every frame, delivering a performance that’s raw, intense, and unforgettable. Also starring Manushi Chhillar in a lead role, along with Saurabh Shukla and Saurabh Sachdeva in pivotal parts, Maalik is set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Allahabad. It’s a hard-hitting tale of ambition, power, and survival that explores the price of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. Also starring is Khakee: The Bengal Chapter fame, Prosenjit Chatterjee.

Rajkummar Rao On Maalik

Talking about his character, Rajkummar Rao says, “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.”

Manushi Chillar On Maalik

Manushi Chhillar also 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.”

Pulkit On Maalik

Pulkit marks his first theatrical release with Maalik. He said,“I am proud to share the trailer for my first theatrical film, Maalik. This project has been a remarkable journey, and the story promises to take audiences on a compelling and emotional ride. We have poured our hearts into its making, and I sincerely hope viewers find it as meaningful and engaging as we intended. I look forward to its release with great anticipation.”

Directed by Pulkit, Maalik marks his first theatrical release. Known for his hard-hitting thrillers and emotionally charged dramas, the film is produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films banner, along with Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films. Maalik is slated to release in cinemas on 11th July 2025.

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