Mumbai: The much-awaited Hindi version of Prashanth Neel’s blockbuster film, “Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire”, is finally making its way to the digital screens. The action-packed thriller, headlined by Prabhas, stormed the theatres on December 22 last year, amassing over Rs 700 crore worldwide. While the Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada versions found their way to Netflix on January 20 this year, fans in the Hindi-speaking regions have been eagerly awaiting its release on the OTT platform.
Putting an end to the suspense, Disney Plus Hotstar announced on February 9 that “Salaar” would start streaming in Hindi from February 16. Taking to social media, Disney Plus Hotstar shared the news, stating, “Tumne bulaya aur Salaar chala aaya (You called, and Salaar arrived). Salaar In Hindi streaming from 16th Feb.” Accompanying the announcement was a video montage featuring fervent requests from fans for the Hindi version’s release date, interspersed with glimpses of Prabhas in action-packed sequences from the film.
Prabhas enthusiasts erupted in joy upon hearing the news. Comments flooded in, with one user calling it a “game changer decision,” while another eagerly exclaimed, “Waah. Bring it on.” Emojis expressing excitement and anticipation filled the comment section as fans eagerly awaited the digital debut of their favorite star’s blockbuster.
“Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire” delves into a riveting power struggle unfolding in the fictional town of Khansar. Fueled by gangsters and familial rivalries, the narrative pivots around the complex bond between two erstwhile friends turned adversaries, entangled in a web of power dynamics. Infused with high-octane action and intense drama, “Salaar” resonated strongly with audiences upon its theatrical release. Alongside Prabhas, the film features a stellar ensemble cast including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Tinnu Anand, Shrey Bhargava, and Dayanand Reddy.
Meanwhile, Prabhas is gearing up for his next cinematic venture, director Nag Ashwin’s ambitious science-fiction dystopian film, “Kalki 2898 AD.” Inspired by Hindu mythology, the film stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead and is scheduled to hit theatres on May 9, promising another cinematic spectacle for fans to anticipate.
