Archive · 19 Aug 2026
Will Smith Reportedly Linked to Atlee’s Sci-Fi Film Raaka
Raaka is a big science-fiction movie directed by Atlee.
It stars Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.
News reports say Will Smith might play the main villain.
The reports say the filmmakers have talked with him for about a year.
His costumes are reportedly ready, but his filming dates and location are not fixed.
Some reports say he has accepted the role, while others say he is still being considered.
Shah Rukh Khan may also appear, but his participation is disputed.
Raaka may be made in two parts and could arrive in 2027.
The filmmakers have not officially confirmed Smith’s casting or the other rumored details.
Will Smith is reportedly in talks to play Raaka’s primary antagonist after about a year of discussions.
His overseas filming schedule and location remain unsettled, while reports say his costumes have been finalized.
Smith’s casting has not been officially confirmed, with reports differing over whether he has accepted the role or remains under consideration.
Shah Rukh Khan is also rumored to appear, despite earlier reports disputing or denying his involvement.
Raaka, directed by Atlee and produced by Sun Pictures, is reportedly a two-part sci-fi film targeting a 2027 release.
- Who
- Will Smith is reportedly being considered alongside Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur; Shah Rukh Khan is also rumored to appear.
- What
- Reports say Smith may play the primary antagonist in Atlee’s sci-fi film Raaka.
- When
- Discussions reportedly began last year and continued for about a year; Smith’s filming is variously reported as occurring in September or after September, with release expected in 2027.
- Where
- Smith’s scenes are expected to be filmed overseas, but the location has not been finalized.
- Why
- The filmmakers reportedly approached Smith for a major antagonist role in the large-scale sci-fi project.
Reports Suggest Major Cast Additions
Official Confirmation Is Still Absent
Will Smith’s casting
Reports Suggest Major Cast Additions
Mid-Day-based reports say Smith has discussed the antagonist role with the makers for about a year; one report says he has accepted the offer and is preparing to shoot.
Official Confirmation Is Still Absent
Other reports describe Smith as being in talks or under consideration, and neither Smith nor the filmmakers have confirmed that he joined Raaka.
Overseas filming schedule
Reports Suggest Major Cast Additions
Reports say Smith is expected to film his portions during an international schedule, with his costumes reportedly already finalized.
Official Confirmation Is Still Absent
The location and exact dates remain unsettled because they depend on Smith’s availability; reports differ on whether filming will occur in September or afterward.
Shah Rukh Khan’s involvement
Reports Suggest Major Cast Additions
Some Mid-Day-based reports say Khan will make a cameo and join the international schedule after September.
Official Confirmation Is Still Absent
Earlier reports disputed or denied claims that Khan was part of the film, so his reported appearance also remains unconfirmed.
- Film
- Raaka, previously known by the working title AA22xA6
- Director
- Atlee
- Production
- Produced by Sun Pictures
- Reported role
- Will Smith may play the primary antagonist
- Production details
- Smith’s dates and overseas location are reportedly being arranged; his costumes are said to be finalized
- Budget reports
- Sources variously report a budget of more than ₹700 crore or around ₹1,000 crore; one report equates ₹700 crore with about £65 million
- Release and format
- The film is reportedly planned as a two-part series and is expected in 2027, with one report specifying late 2027
Sources
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