Rajkummar Rao steps into the courtroom — and the spotlight, as Ujjwal Nikam, the public prosecutor whose name became synonymous with justice after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The man behind the role, Dinesh Vijan, and the real-life figure he’s portraying met Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday morning at the RSS headquarters in Nagpur. The meeting was not announced publicly, but confirmed by sources close to the production. It marked a rare moment of convergence between Indian cinema and a major ideological institution ahead of the film’s theatrical release on October 16. Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, produced by Vijan under the Maddock Films banner, is a biographical drama that traces the professional journey of Nikam, a Padma Shri awardee who has been involved in several high-profile criminal cases. His most notable work includes the prosecution of Ajmal Kasab, the lone surviving terrorist captured during the 2008 attacks. The film, directed by Avinash Arun, aims to explore both the legal and personal dimensions of Nikam’s career. Rajkummar Rao headlines the film, supported by Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikandar Kher, and Tarun Sharma in pivotal roles. The ensemble cast brings together actors from diverse backgrounds to portray the complex world of public prosecution. During the meeting with Dr. Bhagwat, the team shared the story behind the film, focusing on Nikam’s contributions to India’s legal landscape. According to reports, the RSS chief appreciated the effort to bring an important chapter of Nikam’s life to the big screen. The interaction has added a new layer of significance to the film’s release, positioning it not just as a cinematic event but as a cultural one. With the trailer already generating buzz and early reviews circulating, the next phase begins now: how audiences respond to a story that blends law, legacy, and national memory. The film’s trajectory no longer rests solely on box office numbers. It’s about what comes after the lights go down.
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Prahaar’s October 16 release is now a cultural moment, not just a cinematic one. The next move? The audience’s verdict.
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- Bollywood Hungama - Features — Dinesh Vijan and Ujjwal Nikam meet RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to discuss Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam ahead of October 16 release
- Bollywood Hungama - Main Feed — Dinesh Vijan and Ujjwal Nikam meet RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to discuss Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam ahead of October 16 release
This article was written by the CutMirchi desk from the reporting above. Facts are attributed to their original publishers.
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