Actor Rajkummar Rao, known for his versatile roles, is all set to surprise audiences once again with his latest film, Maalik. After embodying a variety of characters on the big screen, Rajkummar now steps into the shoes of a gangster, showcasing a much darker and intense side of his acting prowess. The makers recently unveiled the teaser on X, where Rajkummar’s fierce and ruthless persona grabs immediate attention.
Rajkummar took to Instagram to share the Maalik teaser, captioning it, “Paida nahin hue toh kya, ban toh sakte hai!! Teaser out now. #Maalik ko Milne aa jaana 11 July ko sirf cinema gharon main!” The glimpse reveals a never-before-seen avatar — cunning, violent, and commanding control through sheer brutality. Set against the backdrop of Allahabad in 1988, the film dives deep into the underworld’s gritty drama. Rajkummar’s performance as Maalik promises to be gripping, keeping viewers hooked from start to finish. Directed by Pulkit, Maalik is slated to release in theatres on July 11, 2025.
Adding to the excitement, trade analyst Taran Adarsh previously shared Maalik’s motion poster, which left fans impressed with Rajkummar’s thick beard and long hair. The poster’s intense background score complements the blood-soaked, high-stakes premise perfectly. Clearly, Rajkummar Rao is committed to delivering a powerful and memorable cinematic experience with this film.
Taran Adarsh praised the transformation, tweeting, “RAJKUMMAR RAO TURNS GANGSTER, UNLEASHES HIS DARKEST AVATAR FOR ‘MAALIK’: MOTION POSTER OUT NOW – TEASER DROPS TODAY – 11 JULY 2025 RELEASE… #RajkummarRao transforms into a ruthless gangster in the action-packed entertainer #Maalik… The #MaalikTeaser drops at 2 pm today. Directed by #Pulkit, #Maalik is produced by #KumarTaurani [#TipsFilms] and #JayShewakramani [#NorthernLightsFilms]… In cinemas 11 July 2025.”
Rajkummar Rao was last seen in Bhool Chuk Maaf opposite Wamiqa Gabbi, a time-travel thriller that earned mixed to positive reviews and achieved moderate box office success. Over the years, Rajkummar has delivered acclaimed performances in films like Omerta, Shahid, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, Mr and Mrs Mahi, Roohi, Stree, and Stree 2 — the latter being his biggest blockbuster yet. Fans are eagerly waiting for what’s next, and Maalik looks poised to be another remarkable chapter in his career. Stay tuned for more updates!
