Lalit Prabhakar Unrecognisable as Ajmal Kasab in Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story

The wait for Rajkummar RaoIt's Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story has come to an end. With the latest trailer generating buzz among audiences. Rao brings to life Ujjwal Nikam, the special public prosecutor tasked with bringing Ajmal Kasab to justice.

The actor's uncanny resemblance to the lone terrorist captured alive in the 2008 attacks is eerily matched by Lalit Prabhakar. The trailer's launch on September 29 at Mumbai's historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) coincided with one of the sites targeted during the devastating attacks.

For his portrayal of Ajmal Kasab, Lalit Prabhakar underwent a transformation that extended far beyond a visual makeover. He examining the psychology, linguistic nuances, and nonverbal cues of the real-life figure to craft a nuanced performance. This bold choice represents a significant departure from the types of roles Lalit has typically played.

Cementing his status as a versatile actor.

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Lalit Prabhakar is one of Marathi cinema's most accomplished actors. Born in Kalyan, Maharashtra, he began his journey in experimental theatre and was among around thirty artists in India selected for the Ministry of Culture's Young Artiste Scholarship. He rose to fame with the Zee Marathi show Julun Yeti Reshimgathi.

Which earned him the Best Actor award at the Zee Marathi Awards.

He made his film debut with Paresh Mokashi's Chi Va Chi Sau Ka in 2017. Earning him the Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Debut Actor. Critically acclaimed across platforms, Lalit's biggest milestone came with Sameer Vidwans' Anandi Gopal in 2019.

There, he played Gopalrao Joshi, the progressive husband of Anandibai Joshi, one of India's first women physicians.

Directed by Avinash Arun and produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films. Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story stars Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikandar Kher, and Ashish Vidyarthi, along with Lalit Prabhakar. The film is set to hit theatres on October 16, 2026.

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The film is part of a series of films based on real-life events, including the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. The series will also feature Dalit Panther co-founder and Padma Shri poet Namdeo Dhasal. Who will be portrayed by Lalit Prabhakar in the upcoming biopic Dhasal.

The film's release marks an exciting milestone in Lalit Prabhakar's career. Solidifying his position as a talented and versatile actor in the Indian film industry.

The series of films based on real-life events is expected to showcase the lives of several notable figures. With Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story being one of the most anticipated releases.