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Director Avinash Arun credits Aamir Khan for getting him on board for 'Prahaar'
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What Happened?
Director Avinash Arun revealed that Aamir Khan approached him to direct 'Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam' after watching 'Paatal Lok'. The film revisits the legal battle following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
Key points
- Aamir Khan initially considered playing Ujjwal Nikam but later chose Avinash Arun as director.
- The film stars Rajkummar Rao as Ujjwal Nikam and explores the courtroom proceedings of the 26/11 case.
- Avinash Arun aims to present the story as a legal thriller rather than a conventional anti-terrorist narrative.
- The film has grossed Rs 23.76 crore worldwide, with Rs 60 lakhs net earnings in India on its eighth day.
- Arun discussed the challenges of releasing thrillers in cinemas, noting audience preferences for mainstream films.
Key insights
- The film's focus on courtroom drama may attract viewers interested in legal stories.
- Avinash Arun's direction could redefine how similar historical events are portrayed in cinema.
- The declining interest in thrillers suggests a need for innovative storytelling to draw audiences.
Why it matters
The film's unique approach to a well-known case could engage audiences in legal narratives.
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Source
Times of India
