‘Dragon’: Alia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor Join Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel’s Pan-India Actioner?
lia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor have officially joined Jr NTR and Prashanth Neel’s upcoming action film 'Dragon' in key roles. The pan-India project is set to resume production soon as Jr NTR recovers from surgery. The film is currently slated for a nationwide theatrical release in June 2027.
Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor have officially joined the cast of Dragon, an upcoming action film starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel. The high-profile pan-India project brings together prominent figures from the Hindi and Telugu film industries. Principal photography for the film is expected to resume shortly, following a temporary pause to allow lead actor Jr NTR time to recover from a recent surgery. NTRNeel Titled ‘Dragon’: Jr NTR Turns Into a Ruthless Assassin in Brutal First Glimpse From Prashanth Neel’s Upcoming Action Film (Watch Video).
Alia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor Join ‘Dragon’ Cast
According to a report by Gulte, Alia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor have been confirmed for crucial roles in the film, expanding the movie's cross-regional ensemble. The additions mark another high-profile collaboration between major Hindi film stars and prominent South Indian directors."Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are confirmed to play key roles in NTR and Prashanth Neel's Dragon," Gulte reported, noting that the production schedule is adjusting to accommodate the main cast's availability alongside the lead star's recovery.
The casting choice pairs Bhatt and Kapoor on screen again following their earlier work together in films such as Udta Punjab and Shaandaar. Their inclusion is anticipated to bolster the project's appeal across northern theatrical markets.
More About ‘Dragon’
Dragon marks the first collaboration between Jr NTR and director Prashanth Neel, who is known for helming large-scale action franchises like KGF and Salaar. The project has generated significant interest among industry observers due to the combined box-office tracking of its director and lead actor. Jr NTR Distances Himself From 'RAW NTR'; Team Issues Public Clarification.
Production on the film is slated to restart soon as Jr NTR completes his medical recovery. The makers have currently lined up the film for a nationwide theatrical release in June 2027. Further details regarding the supporting cast, technical crew, and specific plot elements are expected to be announced by the production team in subsequent schedules.
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