'Actor' Anurag Kashyap plays daring yet devout super-cop in 'Dacoit - Ek Prem Katha’ starring Adivi Sesh, Mrunal Thakur ! by Chaitanya Padukone

Internationally acclaimed maverick director-writer-amazing actor Anurag Kashyap (of recent movie 'Kennedy' fame) has joined the impressive cast of bilingual Dacoit - Ek Prem Katha’starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur

The outspoken, articulate Anurag will play a powerful role, portraying a fearless ( dabang ) Police Inspector Swamy  who is a staunch Lord Ayyappa devotee, with zero tolerance for corruption. Sharp-minded, witty, and sarcastic, his imposing character adds depth to a gripping narrative filled with high-octane action and sentiments.The much-awaited Pan-India action drama Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh, promises to be an electrifying cinematic experience with a heady cocktail of action, romance, emotion and drama  Following the exciting announcement of Mrunal Thakur as the film’s leading lady, the makers have now revealed another major addition of Anurag Kashyap to the cast. 

Directed by Shaneil Deo in his directorial debut, this ambitious Hindi-Telugu project is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda, co-produced by Suniel Narang, and presented by Annapurna Studios. The film is being shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu, with a story and screenplay jointly crafted by Adivi Sesh and Shaneil Deo. Currently, filming is underway in Hyderabad, followed by an extensive schedule in Maharashtra.

Building anticipation, the team has also unveiled a striking new poster that intensifies the film’s gritty, action-packed narrative. Dacoit follows the journey of an enraged convict seeking revenge on his ex-girlfriend, who betrayed him. As he devises a dangerous plan to trap her, the story unfolds into an emotionally charged saga of love, betrayal, and vengeance.

Expressing his excitement about joining the film, Anurag Kashyap shared, “Playing a police officer Swamy who is an Ayyappa devotee is both fun and challenging. The conundrums of duty versus dharma, and going about doing his job with a dry sense of humor is fantastic. I am truly looking forward to playing this character in two languages, shooting in Hindi, as well as in Telugu. To get the same impact in both languages is the challenging part, something I am thoroughly enjoying.”

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