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Bajpayee & Irani Unite for 'Last Man in Tower' Film
27 Aug
Summary
- Film adaptation of Aravind Adiga's novel releases September 11, 2026.
- Manoj Bajpayee and Boman Irani star together for the first time.
- The movie explores themes of conviction and changing community dynamics.
The film adaptation of Aravind Adiga's bestselling novel, 'Last Man in Tower,' is scheduled for release in Indian theaters on September 11, 2026. Directed by Ben Rekhi and produced by Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media, the movie stars Manoj Bajpayee, Boman Irani, Divya Dutta, and Sukant Goel.
At its core, the film examines themes of personal conviction and evolving relationships as circumstances shift. The narrative centers on a retired school teacher, Masterji, who stands firm in his beliefs while his community makes different choices, creating tension.
Manoj Bajpayee and Divya Dutta lead the central conflict, with Boman Irani in a significant role. Notably, this marks the first on-screen collaboration between Irani and Bajpayee. Sooni Taraporevala adapted Adiga's novel for the screenplay.
Director Ben Rekhi expressed fulfillment in bringing the story to life, highlighting the performances of Bajpayee and Irani. Producer Rana Daggubati described the film as a deeply human story that explores universal themes through specific lives, marking a milestone for Spirit Media as their first Hindi feature production.
