Archive · 5 Oct 2026
Atlee Says He Is Giving Raaka His All
Atlee is directing a movie called Raaka.
Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone are its lead stars.
Atlee said he dreams of winning an Oscar for the film.
He said he is working hard to try to reach that goal.
He also hopes the movie will make Tamil people proud.
Allu Arjun is reportedly playing two roles.
Other actors are also reported to have important parts.
The film may cost more than Rs 700 crore to make.
Its makers are reportedly aiming to release it in December 2027.
Director Atlee said he hopes to achieve an Oscar with his upcoming film Raaka.
He said he is giving the project his all and wants to make Tamil people proud.
Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone are the film’s announced lead stars; Allu Arjun is reportedly playing dual roles.
Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna and Janhvi Kapoor are reported to have pivotal roles.
The film is reportedly budgeted at more than Rs 700 crore, with a possible December 2027 release.
- Who
- Director Atlee, with lead stars Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.
- What
- Atlee said he is giving Raaka his all and hopes to achieve an Oscar with the film.
- When
- Atlee made the remarks at a success meet on October 5, 2026; Raaka is reportedly targeting a December 2027 release.
- Where
- The remarks were made at a success meet in Chennai.
- Why
- Atlee described winning an Oscar as a personal dream and said he wants to make Tamil people proud.
- Director
- Atlee
- Lead stars
- Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone
- Reported additional cast
- Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna and Janhvi Kapoor
- Reported budget
- More than Rs 700 crore
- Reported release target
- December 2027
- Reported filming schedule
- Shooting may wrap by the end of 2026
- Production company
- Sun Pictures