Prashanth Neel Unveils: Salaar's Character Finds Inspiration from a Renowned Megastar

Prashanth Neel, director of Salaar, attributed the lead character's inspiration to Big B's era of iconic roles. This revelation came amidst the movie's immense success starring Prabhas. The film, released worldwide across multiple languages, garnered such anticipation that special permissions were granted for early screenings and increased ticket fees.

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In the realm of Indian cinema, "Salaar Part One: Ceasefire" featuring Prabhas has emerged as a monumental success in 2023. Directed by Prashanth Neel, this action-packed film has elevated Prabhas' career to new heights, garnering immense love and acclaim from audiences. Neel recently disclosed in an interview with a leading media outlet the profound source of inspiration behind the film's protagonist, drawing from an iconic era reminiscent of an angry young man.

Acknowledging the influence of yesteryear's legend, Big B, Neel shared, "I drew inspiration from that era but structured my hero as the biggest adversary. It's a fundamental rule I abide by while scripting." Neel emphasized the similarity between his previous work, 'KGF,' and 'Salaar,' highlighting the pivotal aspect of protagonists transforming into the story's antagonists.

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About the Movie

"Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire," helmed by Prashanth Neel, stars an ensemble cast including Shruti Haasan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Jagapati Babu alongside the Baahubali fame, Prabhas. The feverish anticipation surrounding the film prompted the Telangana government to grant special permissions for early screenings, permitting movie shows as early as 1 am.

Notably, the state government also sanctioned an increase in ticket prices, indicative of the immense hype and demand for "Salaar." The worldwide release of "Salaar" on December 22 spanned across Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu languages, solidifying its global presence and impact in the cinematic landscape.