Producer Dinesh Vijan and actor Rajkummar Rao are set to reunite for Prahaar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story, a powerful drama inspired by events that left a lasting impact on the nation. The film is slated for a theatrical release on August 7, 2026.
Directed by Avinash Arun, the film features Rajkummar Rao in the lead role, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi, Sikander Kher, and Jaideep Ahlawat in pivotal roles. The project is being backed by Maddock Films.
While the makers have kept plot details tightly under wraps, the title suggests that the film draws inspiration from the life and work of Ujjwal Nikam, one of India’s most renowned public prosecutors. Described as a hard-hitting drama, the film is said to be inspired by incidents that shaped national discourse and captured public attention.
Prahaar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story also marks another milestone in the successful creative partnership between Rajkummar Rao and Maddock Films. Over the years, the actor has become one of the banner’s most frequent collaborators, headlining projects across genres, from horror-comedies to social dramas and family entertainers.
Their association first garnered widespread acclaim with the blockbuster Stree and continued with films such as Made in China, Roohi, and Hum Do Hamare Do. The collaboration reached new heights when Stree 2 emerged as one of the biggest box-office successes of 2024, further cementing Rao’s long-standing association with the production house.
