Maalik: Rajkummar Rao’s gangster drama to release in June

After receiving an overwhelming response to its intense poster, the makers of Rajkummar Rao’s upcoming gangster drama, Maalik, have finally announced the release date for the highly anticipated action entertainer. The film is set to hit theatres in June.

Scheduled for a theatrical release on June 20, 2025, Maalik features Rajkummar Rao in the titular role, transforming into a ruthless gangster with an intense new avatar, promising high-octane action and gripping drama. On Saturday, Rajkummar took to Instagram to share the announcement, writing, “Poore pradesh aur desh pe RAJ karne aa rahe hain MAALIK (sic)!”

Check out the announcement post here:

Directed by Pulkit, known for his work in thrillers and dramas, Maalik is currently in post-production. The film was first announced on Rajkummar Rao’s 40th birthday, adding to the excitement surrounding the project.

This marks Rajkummar Rao’s first time portraying a gangster in an action-thriller. When sharing the poster, the actor wrote on Instagram, “#Maalik ki duniya mein aapka swagat hai. Shoot shuru ho chuka hai, jald hi mulaqat hogi (Welcome to the world of #Maalik. The shoot has begun, and we will meet soon) (sic).”

Rajkummar Rao was last seen in Stree 2.