Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Director Atlee Unite for Fantasy-Action Film ‘Raaka,’ Backed by Sun Pictures

Home Film News Apr 8, 2026 12:22am PT Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Director Atlee Unite for Fantasy-Action Film ‘Raaka,’ Backed by Sun Pictures By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Director Atlee Unite for Fantasy-Action Film ‘Raaka,’ Backed by Sun Pictures 8 minutes ago Microdrama Platform ReelShort Teams With Thailand’s AIS in First Southeast Asia Telco Deal 51 minutes ago India’s PVR Inox Eyes Indie Distribution Pipeline via MAMI Independent Initiative (EXCLUSIVE) 17 hours ago See All Sun Pictures India’s Sun Pictures has unveiled the title of its large-scale fantasy-action collaboration between director Atlee, Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone: “Raaka.” The announcement came Wednesday, on Arjun’s birthday, accompanied by a title poster that leans into dark, creature-driven imagery. Atlee, whose credits include the Shah Rukh Khan blockbuster “Jawan” as well as Tamil-language hits “Mersal” and “Bigil,” described the project as a long-gestating passion. “‘Raaka’ isn’t just a film… it’s a part of me I’ve carried for years. For 18 years, I held on to one idea, never letting it fade. It tested me, shaped me, and stayed with me through everything. And honestly… this is just the beginning,” he said. Related Stories Variety Launches Inaugural 'TV Week,' a Curated Series of Invite-Only Emmy Season Events