Prabhas’ much-awaited period epic ‘Fauzi’ has been making waves ever since the release of the film’s first look, with a story rooted in India’s fictional colonial past. Adding to the thrill, Sajjad Delafrooz, the Iranian actor who has left an indelible mark in Bollywood with his fierce villainous performances, is now officially a part of the film’s cast.
In an article from Money Control , it appears that Sajjad Delafrooz will be portraying the lead antagonist in the movie and be playing a savage leader from the Nizam period as he makes his debut in the South Indian film industry. He was cast in the movie nearly a year ago but has just begun working on it, and fans are eager to see Sajjad as a wicked villain opposite Prabhas’ hero.
Sajjad’s performance in ' Tiger Zinda Hai ' earned nationwide recognition
Sajjad Delafrooz is an amazing actor of Hindi films, television, and web series, known for his legendary negative roles. He is best known for his role as Abu Usman in the movie 'Tiger Zinda Hai' with Salman Khan . The impact of this character was so great that Salman named Sajjad as the “new Gabbar Singh of Bollywood.” His stunning personality and, at that time, impressive performances have always made him the first choice for most of the negative roles offered by film producers.
Sajjad is a compelling antagonist
Apart from films, Sajjad rose to prominence for his portrayal of Hafiz Ali, also known as Iqlakh Khan, in the web series Special OPS. He went on to appear in films such as 'Freddy,' 'Heropanti 2,' and 'Hukus Bukus.' In 'Fauzi,' he will reportedly portray one of the most dreaded and merciless leaders of the Nizam period, sure to raise the stakes in the movie’s main conflict. His pairing with Prabha is bound to make the movie exciting and an impressive period action film, which is sure to thrill fans.
‘Fauzi’ gears up for a 2026 release
Scheduled for release in 2026 in all South Indian languages and Hindi, "Fauzi" is one of the most highly anticipated films. The first look of Prabhas, unveiled on his birthday with the tagline “A battalion who fights alone,” increased fans' anticipation even more. Sajjad Delafrooz’s presence as a powerful antagonist and Prabhas as a hero to the masses promises to bring a grand and beautiful historical epic to the screen that audiences will eagerly await.
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