Atlee's birthday gift to Allu Arjun is Raaka, an idea he held for 18 years

Director Atlee shared a special message on Allu Arjun's birthday, while unveiling the title and first-look poster of their film, Raaka. The grand fantasy actioner is expected to release in 2027.

In Short

• Atlee sent a heartfelt message to Allu Arjun on his birthday
• Raaka’s title was officially revealed at 11 am on actor's 44th birthday
• Film is described as a grand fantasy-action entertainer for global audiences

Filmmaker Atlee sent a special message to actor Allu Arjun on his 44th birthday, reflecting on the long journey of their upcoming film, Raaka. He described the project as more than just a film, calling it a part of himself that he has carried for 18 years. Atlee said the idea of Raaka has tested and shaped him, and he considers this moment just the beginning.

Sharing the film's poster, the Bigil filmmaker wrote, "#Raaka isn’t just a film it’s a part of me I’ve carried for years. For 18 years, I held on to one idea, never letting it fade. It tested me, shaped me, and stayed with me through everything. And honestly this is just the beginning #HappyBirthdayAlluArjun sir (sic)."

Here's the post:

Coinciding with Allu Arjun’s birthday, the makers of the highly anticipated film officially revealed its title as Raaka at 11 am on Wednesday. This announcement marks a significant milestone for the collaboration between Atlee and Allu Arjun, generating excitement among fans and the film fraternity.

Here's the poster:

Raaka is positioned as a grand fantasy-action entertainer aimed at a global audience. The poster was also released in as many as eight languages to cater to a wider audience. Backed by Sun Pictures, the film is being developed on a large scale to combine compelling storytelling with cutting-edge cinematic techniques.

Allu Arjun will be seen in a distinctive avatar, representing a notable shift from his previous roles. Atlee, known for presenting his actors in fresh and transformative lights, aims to deliver a defining role for Allu Arjun through this project.

Sun Pictures expressed their enthusiasm for the collaboration, calling Raaka a project born from the highest ambitions in Indian cinema.

In a statement, they wrote, "Raaka is a collaboration born of the highest ambitions in Indian cinema. Sun Pictures is privileged to bring together the singular storytelling of Atlee and the iconic stature of Allu Arjun in a project built for the world. We believe this will not only redefine the scale of what we create, but also affirm Indian cinema's rightful place in global entertainment."

Apart from Allu Arjun, Raaka features Deepika Paudkone in a pivotal role. More details regarding the film have been kept under wraps.

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