The film 'Prahar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story', starring Rajkumar Rao, has generated significant interest. This legal drama is based on the events of the Mumbai terror attacks on November 26th.
The movie depicts the arguments of lawyer Ujjwal Nikam in court, who helped bring Kasab to the gallows. The role of Kasab was played by Marathi actor Lalit Prabhakar.
Lalit is a well-known actor in Marathi cinema and has worked in television, film, and digital projects. He began his career in 2008 with a Marathi television show. His recognition in Marathi cinema came through his participation in the television show Julun Yeti Reshimgathi in 2013.
In 2017, Lalit debuted in cinema with his first film Chi Va Chi Sau Ka, where he played the lead role. Among other films he participated in are Hampi, Smile Please, Aanandi Gopal, Jhonbivli, Medium Spicy, and Sunny.
The actor's father is a professor, and his mother is a teacher. Lalit was interested in acting from childhood and participated in many Marathi plays. Before 'Prahar', he appeared in Hindi films Ground Zero and One To Cha Cha Chha.
However, 'Prahar' promises to be a turning point for him in the Hindi industry. He looks promising in the role of Kasab, and his presence on screen is palpable. Lalit told Etimes that he auditioned for the role of Kasab, and it was a challenging endeavor for him. To embody this character, he deeply studied Kasab's mentality, paying attention to the nuances of his speech and studying his body language to portray the character justly. He is very pleased with this role.
Lalit bears a striking resemblance to Kasab. A scene in the trailer shows Kasab claiming to be 17 years old and having come to Mumbai as a tourist to see Amitabh Bachchan's mansion. This scene showcases Lalit's strong performance.
The film will be released in theaters on October 16, 2026. In addition to Rajkumar Rao and Lalit Prabhakar, Yamika Gabbi, Jaydip Ahalat, Siknder Kher, and Aashish Vidyarthi will also take on important roles.


