Kamal Ghorui
The first look of Raaka, starring Allu Arjun and directed by Atlee, has gone viral across social media, generating widespread buzz among fans.Released on the actor’s birthday, the striking visuals feature Allu Arjun in an intense and rugged avatar, immediately capturing online attention and fuelling speculation about the film’s tone and scale. However, the first look just featured the actor’s face and werewolf-like arm, leaving a lot of room for imagination for fans.Allu Arjun’s AI-look from ‘Raaka’ goes viralNow, weeks after the look was posted online, a photo of the actor allegedly on the sets, in full costume with fur and claw detailing has been doing the rounds online. While at first the photo generated buzz among fans, it was later confirmed that the photo was shared on an Instagram account that shares AI-generated posts. These pics featuring Allu Arjun with director Atlee on the sets were posted with the disclaimer, “Warning: All images shown were created using artificial intelligence.“Fans compare Allu Arjun’s look to Suriya and KarthiThe images and official first-look poster of the actor have sparked discussion among netizens, with many drawing comparisons to other larger-than-life cinematic looks. Some users pointed to similarities with ‘Kaashmora’ starring Karthi, particularly in his fierce tattooed, bald and bearded appearance, along with similar body armour.Others likened the look to Suriya’s avatar in ‘Kanguva’, which featured fur detailing on his outfit. Some even teased that the look reminded them of the villainous characters seen in the ‘Baahubali‘ franchise.Shah Rukh Khan rumoured to make a cameo‘Raaka’ was in the news latetly over buzz that Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will feature in a cameo in the film. Although unconfirmed, the actor actively promoting the film has only fuelled speculation around the alleged cameo appearance.About ‘Raaka’Director Atlee shared an emotional note about the film, describing it as a deeply personal project. “Raaka isn’t just a film… it’s a part of me I’ve carried for years. For 18 years, I held on to one idea, never letting it fade,” he wrote on X and went on to add that the film is “just the beginning.”The film that also stars Deepika Padukone in a lead role, marks the first collaboration of Allu Arjun with director Atlee.
