Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam trailer was released on September 28 at the star-studded launch event held at Mumbai’s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. The story behind Prahaar was represented at its trailer launch, where Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appeared alongside Ujjwal Nikam. The film draws from Nikam’s work and the legal battle that followed the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
Prahaar Trailer Offers a Closer Look at the Man Behind the Prosecutor
Prahaar trailer showcased a story cantered on the legal struggle that followed the Mumbai attacks and the role Nikam played in seeking justice. Yet the film does not limit itself to the public image of a well-known prosecutor.
Instead, it attempts to show the person behind that image. His beliefs matter. So do his doubts, difficulties and the burden that came with taking responsibility for such a major case. The film therefore uses the courtroom battle as a way into a more personal story. It looks at what the work demanded from Nikam while the country watched the proceedings closely.
When Will Rajkummar Rao’s Ujjwal Nikam Biopic Hit Theatres?
Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films have made Prahaar. This film traces the path of Nikam as he embarks on an adventure of violence, duty and the quest for justice. The film Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam will hit theatres on October 16, 2026.
Devendra Fadnavis Praises Maddock Films for Revisiting the 26/11 Tragedy
Fadnavis used the occasion to acknowledge the decision by Maddock Films to revisit one of the darkest episodes in Mumbai’s recent history. He said the film does not stop with the attacks themselves, but also looks at the difficult legal proceedings that followed. Rajkummar Rao, who plays Nikam, also received praise from the Chief Minister.
Fadnavis stressed that Prahaar should not be viewed merely as another film made for entertainment, since its subject carries a broader message. Nikam’s conduct during the case was another focus of Fadnavis’s remarks. He credited the lawyer’s professionalism, dedication and patriotism, while noting the importance of his efforts in keeping attention on those who lost their lives while responding to the attacks.
Fadnavis also recalled several police officers who died in the line of duty, including Hemant Karkare, the former chief of Mumbai’s Anti-Terrorism Squad, Additional Commissioner of Police Ashok Kamte, senior police inspector Vijay Salaskar and Assistant Sub-Inspector Tukaram Omble. Their actions during the attacks, he said, were central to the fight that followed and to the eventual pursuit of justice.
Ujjwal Nikam Reflects on the Emotional Weight of the 26/11 Case
For Ujjwal Nikam, the events of 26/11 still carry a personal weight. Nikam said, “26/11 is a chapter that Mumbai and our country can never forget. My association with that case was a responsibility I carried with the understanding that behind every file, every piece of evidence and every argument in court were real lives that had been affected.”
He also talked about the film, “When Maddock Films approached me about telling this journey on screen, I was naturally thoughtful about it. Today, seeing this story being brought to audiences is an emotional moment for me. I hope Prahaar reminds us not only of the events, but also of the importance of courage, duty and faith in the pursuit of justice. I think the team has done a fabulous and honest job.”
Cast Behind Prahaar
Prahaar stars Rajkummar Rao as Ujjwal Nikam, the prosecutor who was linked to the legal fallout of 26/11 attacks. Rao portrays a man who bears the burden of a case that had already become a part of the nation’s memory. Wamiqa Gabbi is also a part of the cast. Avinash Arun Dhaware is the director of the movie, who has also molded the narrative in his own cinematic style.
Rao found it hard before the cameras even began rolling. Nikam is a living figure and his career is tied up with an event that has left a lasting impact on Mumbai. The actor thus took up the role not just as an acting role, but as a role to be lived.
Rao said that he didn’t want to copy Nikam or recreate the image people were familiar with. “I didn’t want to simply recreate a public figure; I wanted to understand the man behind the name; his conviction and his sense of duty. Working on Prahaar has been a deeply humbling experience, and I hope we have been able to tell his story with the respect it deserves,” said the actor.
For director Avinash Arun Dhware, “Prahaar is not just a retelling of an event that we already know. It is an attempt to look at what happened after the headlines faded; at the people, the questions and the pursuit of justice that followed. Ujjwal Nikam’s journey gave us a way into that world. The challenge was to tell a story rooted in real events while allowing audiences to connect with the person at its centre. I wanted the film to feel human, honest and grounded, while never losing sight of the weight of what actually happened.”
Why CST Was a Significant Venue for the Prahaar Trailer Launch
The trailer launch event was held in one of the most familiar buildings in Mumbai, CST. The station is also strongly linked to the 26/11 violence. If you recall that night, the site can evoke feelings of fear and loss, as well as courageous acts of people who faced the danger.
Conclusion
The trailer of Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam has now been released, and it will take viewers beyond the headlines of 26/11 and into the courtroom drama that ensued. Rajkummar Rao takes the role of a prosecutor whose job required more than just legal skills, and Wamiqa Gabbi brings another layer to the story of the film.
Director Avinash Arun Dhaware seems intent on exploring the human price of seeking justice, rather than just a courtroom melodrama with easy cinematic triumphs and easy dramatic arguments. The film takes on an added significance with the trailer release at CST, which is a place that has a significant connection to the tragedy.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has publicly declared the significance of the project, and naturally, there is high expectation. It is yet to be seen whether Prahaar can find a balance between historical responsibility and storytelling.
FAQs
1. What is the release date of Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam?
The film Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam will be released in theaters on October 16, 2026. The movie will recreate the path of the prosecutor in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case on the big screen, and in a legal battle of stakes far greater than any courtroom drama.
2. Who plays Ujjwal Nikam in Prahaar?
Ujjwal Nikam is played by Rajkummar Rao, who is the prosecutor in the legal proceedings after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Instead of just replicating the public persona, Rao has tried to reflect the values, the sense of responsibility and the personal experiences that moulded Nikam’s life.
3. What is Prahaar about?
Prahaar covers Ujjwal Nikam’s involvement in the legal battle after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The film doesn’t just look at the tragedy, but also at the difficult struggle for justice, the duties of the prosecutor and the private life behind the public persona.
4. Where was the trailer of Prahaar launched?
Prahaar’s trailer was launched at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) in Mumbai on 28th September 2026. It is a place with a sad history of the 26/11 attacks and is a significant place. The event was emotionally charged as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Ujjwal Nikam were present.
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