Ali Fazal is all set to don the crown in the highly anticipated fantasy epic Rakt Bramhand- The Bloody Kingdom, backed by the creative duo Raj and DK, and directed by visionary filmmaker Rahi Anil Barve, best known for his cult hit Tumbbad. The show promises to be a gripping, edgy narrative, set against the backdrop of a fantastical kingdom with bloody action and spectacular visuals, the streamer said in a statement.
In Rakt Bramhand, Fazal plays a powerful king navigating the tumultuous challenges of an extraordinary kingdom. Known for his versatile performances in projects like Mirzapur, Fukrey and Kandahar , Fazal is expected to bring the much expected charm and depth to this royal role with shades of cunningness and wit . His ability to seamlessly adapt to diverse genres made him a natural choice for a project that seeks to combine an original narrative with the visual splendor of epic tales.
The series is helmed by Rahi Anil Barve, whose work on Tumbbad, set a benchmark for Indian fantasy cinema with its blend of folklore and dark visual storytelling. With Rakt Bramhand, Barve ventures into an expansive narrative, promising to create a fantastical universe unlike any seen before on Indian screens.
Producers Raj and DK are equally excited about the ambitious scope of the series. Sharing their thoughts in a press release, they said, “This is uncharted territory, which makes it all the more thrilling for us! Our goal is to develop a fictional world that is both original and reminiscent of the fantastical tales we have heard in our childhood. We are having an amazing time working with the very talented Rahi and our uber versatile partner Sita to bring this unique vision to life. Working with Netflix has been excellent, and we have their enthusiastic support to back the unconventional vision for Rakt Bramhand!”
The show features Aditya Roy Kapoor, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Wamiqa Gabbi and Jaideep Ahlawat in leading roles.
