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Anil Kapoor in talks for Jr NTR's 'Dragon' antagonist role
18 Mar
Summary
- Anil Kapoor is reportedly in discussions to play the villain.
- The film's release date may be moved to late 2026.
- Jr NTR is reportedly open to re-shooting scenes for improvement.
Anil Kapoor is reportedly in discussions to portray the primary antagonist in the highly anticipated film 'Dragon,' starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel. Recent sightings of the actor and director in Mumbai suggest preliminary talks for the project are underway.
Sources indicate a potential delay in 'Dragon's' release, moving it from its initial June 2026 schedule to late 2026 to better match the film's ambitious scope. This comes after Kapoor shared a cryptic poster post in January, hinting at his involvement and a third collaboration with Jr NTR.
Further reports suggest Jr NTR is actively involved in refining the film's content. He is reportedly willing to re-shoot portions to enhance the overall quality, aiming for the film's success. It remains uncertain if director Prashanth Neel will proceed with these potential reshoots.
