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NTR's Darkest Role Yet in Prashanth Neel's Epic 'Dragon'
29 May
Summary
- Prashanth Neel calls 'Dragon' his most realistic film to date.
- The film is set in 1960s Mumbai and Kolkata, focusing on opium trade.
- NTR stars as Luger, a dark character requiring immense bravery.
Filmmaker Prashanth Neel is set to release his ambitious action drama 'Dragon,' starring NTR, on June 11, 2027. Neel has described the film as his most realistic endeavor to date, drawing heavily from his childhood emotions. The story is grounded in historical events and real locations, set against the backdrop of the late 1960s in Mumbai and Kolkata.
The narrative of 'Dragon' will explore the illegal opium and heroin trade that existed during and after the British era, unfolding in regions near the borders of India, China, and Bhutan. This epic action saga promises emotionally intense moments and spans various timelines.
NTR takes on the role of Luger, a character Prashanth Neel describes as exceptionally dark and challenging. The director revealed that crafting the emotional reasoning for Luger's actions took nearly three years, highlighting the role's psychological depth and the courage required from NTR to accept such a complex part. Anil Kapoor and Biju Menon also play significant roles in the film.
