Overview

• Rishab Shetty’s prequel released October 2 across India in multiple languages and premium formats including IMAX, 4DX and Dolby Cinema.
• Audience reactions highlight Shetty’s performance and an adrenaline-charged finale, while critics report an uneven first half followed by a payoff-heavy second half.
• Technical craft stands out across coverage, with Arvind Kashyap’s cinematography, robust VFX work and B. Ajaneesh Loknath’s score earning repeated praise.
• Commercial indicators are upbeat, with early trade reports citing strong advance bookings—over 4 lakh tickets and more than Rs 11 crore in pre-sales—and healthy early showings in key markets.
• Industry reports suggest Amazon Prime Video has secured post-theatrical streaming rights with a late-October debut likely, though no official confirmation has been issued and talk of future chapters remains speculative.