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Maalik trailer: Rajkummar Rao unleashes his violent side in cold-blooded gangster drama

Updated on: 01 July,2025 02:54 PM IST  |  Mumbai
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Maalik trailer: Rajkummar Rao has unleashed his violent side on screen like never before in this gritty gangster drama that also stars Saurabh Shukla and Manushi Chhillar

Maalik trailer: Rajkummar Rao unleashes his violent side in cold-blooded gangster drama

Rajkummar Rao in a still from Maalik

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Tips Films and Northern Lights Films have dropped the much-awaited trailer of the upcoming film 'Maalik', a gritty action-packed entertainer that sees Rajkummar Rao in his most intense and menacing role yet.

Rajkummar Rao gets violent


In Maalik, Rajkummar Rao appears in a never-seen-before avatar as a cold-blooded gangster, brimming with menace and terror. 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. 

'Explored a darker, intense side'

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 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.”

Story to be compelling and emotional, says director

Pulkit who marks his first theatrical release with Maalik says, “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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