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Rajkummar Rao Breaks Type with Gore-Filled Action Film Maalik

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In a move to break away from his niche of playing tier-2 city characters, Rajkummar Rao is set to wow audiences with his new film, Maalik, a ruthless gangster action film. The film's trailer has already managed to surprise viewers, showcasing Rao's versatility as an actor. Ahead of the film's release, Rao sat down with Hindustan Times to talk about his career, his preparation for Maalik, and the importance of playing different roles.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rajkummar Rao's new film, Maalik, marks his entry into the mass action genre, following in the footsteps of Shah Rukh Khan and Manoj Bajpayee.
  • Rao has prepared for his character in Maalik by immersing himself in the script, visualizing the character's mannerisms and voice, and rehearsing the internal process of reaching the character's soul.
  • Rao has mentioned that he has not met anyone like his character in Maalik in real life, making his preparation dependent on the script.
  • Rao believes that breaking away from his comfort zone is the most thrilling aspect of being an actor, and that even comedy can be challenging.
  • Maalik also stars Manushi Chhillar and Prosenjit Chatterjee, and is directed by Pulkit.
  • Rao's career has been marked by diverse films, including Shahid, Badhaai Do, Bareilly Ki Barfi, and Love Sex Aur Dhokha.
  • Rao's character in Maalik is a ruthless gangster, a departure from his previous roles.

Statistics:

  • Maalik is set to release on July 11.
  • The film's trailer has a line that resonates with Rao, where a character tells him not to try to become something he was not born to be.
  • Rao has auditioned for leads in multiple films throughout his career, including Love Sex Aur Dhokha, Shahid, and Kai Po Che.
  • Rao has been in the industry for a number of years, with a body of work that showcases his versatility as an actor.

Sources:

Hindustan Times, "Rajkummar Rao: I get to do something very different from anything I have done to date" (https://www.hindustantimes.com/columns/rajkummar-rao-i-get-to-do-something-very-different-from-anything-i-have-done-to-date/story-0P7ZNIvDCVQnivHWO56dbO.html)

Hindustan Times, "Maalik stars Rajkummar Rao, Manushi Chhillar, and Prosenjit Chatterjee" (https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/maalik-stars-rajkummar-rao-manushi-chhillar-and-prosenjit-chatterjee/story-3FwLjFEx6uV80P66p3C0QJ.html)

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