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Lalit Prabhakar transforms into Ajmal Kasab
30 Sep
Summary
- Lalit Prabhakar portrays Ajmal Kasab in a new film.
- The movie focuses on Ujjwal Nikam's legal battle.
- Kasab's claims about his age were central to the trial.
Actor Lalit Prabhakar embodies the role of 26/11 terrorist Ajmal Kasab in the upcoming film 'Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam.' Directed by Avinash Arun, the movie features intense courtroom sequences where Prabhakar faces Rajkummar Rao, who plays Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam. This challenging portrayal marks a significant shift for Prabhakar into a darker character, distinct from his prior work in Marathi cinema.
The film revisits critical junctures of Kasab's trial, including his assertion of being 17 to qualify for juvenile law protections. Sikandar Kher appears as Kasab's defense counsel, attempting to shift the trial to a juvenile court to prevent a death sentence. Prabhakar described the role as exceptionally difficult, requiring deep understanding of Kasab's psychology, distinct language, and body language.
The trial of Ajmal Kasab, who was captured alive on November 26, 2008, is a landmark event in Indian judicial history. Following a nearly four-year legal battle, Nikam and his team secured Kasab's conviction, leading to his execution in November 2012. Produced by Maddock Films, 'Prahaar' also stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Wamiqa Gabbi and is set for a nationwide release on October 16.
