Rakht Brahmand star Ali Fazal calls the Raj & DK Netflix show an expansive period drama: ‘A genre I’ve never explored at this scale’

Ali Fazal is definitely one of the busiest actors in the Indian entertainment space right now. The actor has consistently made headlines for Mirzapur: The Film, which is shaping up to be a one-of-a-kind project and keeping him thoroughly occupied. But while that’s in motion, he’s also playing a pivotal role in the new Netflix show by Raj & DK, which stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Aditya Roy Kapur in lead roles. Now, Ali has opened up about both projects — and a new crime thriller he’s working on with director Prosit Roy. He speaks about juggling the role of a king in Rakht Brahmand while also embodying a real-life inspired character in the gritty thriller.

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Ali Fazal Juggles Between Fantasy and Reality

Ali Fazal is once again proving why he’s considered one of the most versatile and in-demand actors in the industry. With an impressive lineup of projects, he’s currently balancing two drastically different roles — the highly anticipated fantasy period drama Rakht Brahmand, creatively helmed by Raj & DK, and an intense murder thriller directed by the acclaimed Prosit Roy. Seamlessly transitioning between such distinct genres, Ali continues to set new benchmarks for adaptability and performance in Bollywood. 

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Known for his chameleon-like ability to embody diverse characters, Ali has been turning heads with his bold and unconventional choices. While Rakht Brahmand immerses him in a grand, mythical universe filled with elaborate storytelling, Prosit Roy’s upcoming film plunges him into the raw, gripping world of crime and mystery. Taking on both projects simultaneously, he is pushing his own artistic boundaries.

Ali Fazal on Tackling Two Vastly Different Projects

Speaking about this demanding yet exciting phase of his career, Ali Fazal shared: “I have always been drawn to stories that push me out of my comfort zone. Rakht Brahmand is an expansive period drama — a genre I’ve never explored at this scale — while Prosit Roy’s thriller is raw and intense. The mental shift required between these projects is immense, but that’s what excites me as an actor. I thrive on unpredictability, and this phase is allowing me to explore the full spectrum of my craft.”

With several projects lined up for release this year and the next — each one unique — Ali Fazal is in a prime position to showcase his incredible range. Whether he’s stepping into a world of epic fantasy or delving into psychological depth in a crime drama, his commitment to fully transforming into each character is nothing short of remarkable.

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