Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam: Out October 2026

A biographical drama about public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, who argued the case against Ajmal Kasab in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks trial. Rajkummar Rao plays Nikam.

Release date and status

The makers have confirmed 16 October 2026 as the release date. Release markets: India (theatrical). Language: Hindi.

• 14 August 2026 – Earlier date: Moved to avoid a clash with Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2
• 16 October 2026 – Current date: Scheduled theatrical release

Release strategy and postponements

The film was first set for 7 August 2026. Maddock Films moved it to avoid a clash with Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2, both releasing on 14 August, and 4 September 2026 was also considered. On 13 August 2026, Maddock announced the current date of 16 October 2026. No trailer had been released as of 25 September 2026.

OTT release

No streaming platform had been announced as of 25 September 2026.

Cast and crew

• Director: Avinash Arun
• Music: Pritam
• Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Ashish Vidyarthi, Lalit Prabhakar, Sikandar Kher

Production history

Prahaar is a biopic of public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, who argued the 26/11 Mumbai attacks case against Ajmal Kasab. It was announced in July 2025, with Avinash Arun directing and Dinesh Vijan producing for Maddock Films. Aamir Khan was initially set to play Nikam but withdrew, and Rajkummar Rao was cast instead. Lalit Prabhakar plays Kasab, and Wamiqa Gabbi reunites with Rao after Bhool Chuk Maaf. Principal photography began in October 2025, and Rao completed his portions in November 2025. Pritam composed the music, with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya.