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Director Atlee Eyes Oscar Gold for 'Raaka'
5 Oct
Summary
- Filmmaker Atlee aims for an Oscar award.
- Upcoming film 'Raaka' stars Allu Arjun.
- The movie is planned for a potential 2027 release.
Filmmaker Atlee has publicly declared his ambition to win an Oscar, calling it a personal dream he is determined to realize. He believes achieving this recognition is possible and encourages others to share this confidence. Atlee also reflected on his Bollywood breakthrough, crediting Shah Rukh Khan's belief in him for his success.
His next major directorial venture, 'Raaka,' is envisioned as an ambitious international action drama. The film features a star-studded cast including Allu Arjun in the lead, alongside Deepika Padukone and Keerthy Suresh. This project marks Atlee's first collaboration with Allu Arjun.
'Raaka' is reportedly being produced on a grand scale and is expected to be released in two parts, with the first installment slated for theaters in 2027. Atlee remains committed to his Oscar aspiration, vowing to pursue it with future projects if not achieved with 'Raaka'.
He emphasized that seeking global recognition for Indian cinema is a sign of confidence, not greed, and is an achievable goal. Atlee stated his intention to lead his team towards this international acclaim.
