Fierce new look breaks the internet as anticipation for the action entertainer builds
The North News
Chandigarh , June 23
Rajkummar Rao is back — and this time, he’s unrecognizable. With Maalik, one of 2025’s most awaited action entertainers, the actor has sparked a frenzy online for his gritty new look that’s got fans and the internet talking.
To embody the role of a raw, unpredictable gangster, Rajkummar grew his beard for more than 80 days, crafting a rugged and untamed appearance that perfectly mirrors the ferocity of his character. The result? A bold, intense transformation that’s earning rave reactions across social media.
Fan comments flooded in shortly after the teaser dropped:
“Raj Bhai is on fire 🔥🔥🔥… He’s returning in a new avatar!”
“Didn’t expect this look – Raj is on another level!”
“Aap toh cha gaye bhaiya ji 🙌🙌 Best of luck!”
Director Pulkit, who helms the film, shared the thought behind the transformation, “We wanted Raj to carry a sense of rawness — a look and energy that feels lived-in, gritty, and unapologetically real. He committed to the character entirely, growing his beard for nearly three months and diving deep emotionally. What you see in the teaser is just the surface — there’s so much more to this character, and Rajkummar has delivered something truly special.”
Produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films banner and Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films, Maalik promises a high-voltage cinematic experience and marks a stark new chapter in Rajkummar Rao’s versatile career.
The film is set to release in cinemas on 11th July 2025.
