Mumbai. The first look at Rajkummar Rao’s upcoming drama Prahar has just dropped, offering a stark glimpse into the high‑stakes legal battle that followed the 2008 Mumbai terror assaults.
In the film, Rao embodies senior advocate Ujjwal Nikam, the government’s chief prosecutor in the 26/11 case. The trailer shows him navigating a maze of evidentiary hurdles, media frenzy, and moral dilemmas as the nation watches the trial unfold.
Centerpiece: The Kasab Trial
Prahar zeroes in on the courtroom drama surrounding Ajmal Kasab, the lone gunman captured alive after the attacks. Scenes capture the charged atmosphere in the aftermath, the painstaking investigation, and the razor‑sharp arguments that defined the historic proceedings.
Through Rao’s nuanced performance, the film translates the real‑world legal showdown into a cinematic experience, balancing factual rigor with dramatic tension.
Ensemble Cast
Joining Rao are Lalit Prabhakar as the convicted terrorist Ajmal Kasab, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi and Jaideep Ahlawat, who populate the narrative with key witnesses, law‑enforcement officials, and legal strategists.
Release Details
Prahar is produced by Dinesh Vijan under the Maddock Films banner. With its focus on the legal fallout of the 26/11 attacks and the pivotal role played by Ujjwal Nikam, the film has generated buzz ever since the trailer’s debut. The theatrical rollout is set for October 16.
