Bollywood’s powerhouse performer, Rajkumar Rao, is set to enthrall audiences with his intense gangster avatar in the upcoming action-thriller film, Maalik. The much-awaited film is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 20, 2025.

First Look: Rajkumar Rao’s Deadly New Avatar

The makers unveiled the first poster of Maalik on Instagram, showcasing Rajkumar in a never-seen-before fierce look. Standing atop a jeep, wielding an AK-47, the actor exudes power and dominance, while a line of trucks in the backdrop hints at a high-stakes, action-packed storyline.

Maalik Is Coming to Rule

Sharing the poster, the makers captioned it:
“Maalik is coming to rule the entire state and the country. Witness Rajkumar Rao in his most intense role yet on June 20, 2025.”

Earlier, on his 40th birthday, Rajkumar Rao had officially announced the film’s title along with a teaser poster that read:
“Maalik cannot be born, he can only be banned.”

A Power-Packed Collaboration

Directed by Pulkit, known for films like Dedh Bigha Zameen, Bose: Dead/Alive, and Bhakt, Maalik is backed by Kumar Taurani’s Tips Films and Jai Shewakramani’s Northern Lights Films. Rajkumar himself shared an update about the film’s progress, writing:
“Welcome to the world of Maalik. Shooting has begun, see you soon”

Rajkumar Rao’s Journey in Bollywood

Since making his debut in 2010 with Love Sex Aur Dhokha, Rajkumar Rao has delivered several critically acclaimed performances. His notable films include:

  • Gangs of Wasseypur 2
  • Kai Po Che
  • Shahid
  • Queen
  • Newton
  • Bareilly Ki Barfi
  • The White Tiger
  • Ludo
  • Monica, O My Darling
  • Badhaai Do
  • Stree 2
  • Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video (with Tripti Dimri)

With Maalik, Rajkumar is all set to add another powerful and intense role to his filmography. Fans can’t wait to see him dominate the big screen in this high-octane thriller.