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With Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam set to release in theatres on October 16, director Avinash Arun has spoken about casting Ritvik Sahore as Aniket Nikam, the son of Rajkummar Rao’s Ujjwal Nikam in the upcoming film.
Prahaar director Avinash Arun reveals why Ritvik Sahore was cast in Rajkummar Rao starrer: “He is an honest, sensitive actor”
According to Arun, the suggestion to cast Sahore came from casting director Anmol Ahuja, and the actor immediately felt right for the character. The director said Sahore’s approach to his craft and his sensitive screen presence made him an appropriate choice for the role.
Avinash Arun on casting Ritvik Sahore
Talking about how Sahore came on board, Arun said, “Anmol Ahuja ka suggestion tha; he’s my casting director. And instantly, the character I was looking for, when I heard his name, it was like, YES!
“Ritvik ek honest, ek earnest, itna ek sensitive actor hai, and again, very thorough with his craft. I’m extremely happy that I’m blessed with such a great ensemble around. Har ek chhote-chhote character mein mujhe lagta hai ki humne bahut mehnat ki hai. Overall, abhi tak raha hai ki maine career mein bahut achhe-achhe logon ke saath kaam kiya hai, as a DP, as a director also.”
In Prahaar, Sahore plays Aniket Nikam, while Rajkummar Rao portrays special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam. The father-son relationship forms a personal thread within a story inspired by Nikam’s professional journey and high-profile legal cases.
Ritvik Sahore’s journey from child actor to Prahaar
Sahore began his career as a child actor, appearing in films such as Ferrari Ki Sawaari and Dangal. He later featured in projects including Flames, Indori Ishq, Campus Diaries and Jamnapaar, taking on roles across films and web series.
His role in Prahaar sees him share screen space with Rao in a story that combines the professional and personal aspects of Ujjwal Nikam’s life. The film is directed by Arun, known for films such as Killa and Three of Us.
Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam is scheduled to arrive in theatres on October 16.
More Pages: Prahaar - The Ujjwal Nikam Story Box Office Collection
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