The film, which features a massive ensemble including Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, Dhruva Sarja, Nora Fatehi, and Reeshma Nanaiah, is shaping up to be a stylized action entertainer.
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Mumbai witnessed a full dose of glitz, nostalgia, and star power on July 10 as the teaser of ‘KD – The Devil’ was unveiled at a high-energy launch event.
The film, which features a massive ensemble including Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, Dhruva Sarja, Nora Fatehi, and Reeshma Nanaiah, is shaping up to be a stylized action entertainer rooted in the gritty world of 1970s Bengaluru.
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The teaser, packed with dramatic visuals and heavy-duty stunts, gives audiences a first look at the central characters.
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Dhruva Sarja transforms into Kaali Dasa a.k.a. KD, while Sanjay Dutt commands attention as the fearsome Dhak Deva.
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Shilpa Shetty appears as the mysterious Satyavati, and Reeshma Nanaiah adds a vibrant touch as Machhlakshmi. Nora Fatehi turns up the glamour quotient in her signature style.
The event was graced by filmmaker Priyadarshan and the full lead cast. Dhruva, Sanjay, Shilpa, and Reeshma made stylish appearances, Sanjay chose a classic black kurta, and Shilpa stood out in a vibrant pink saree.
Addressing the media, Priyadarshan reflected on the rise of Kannada cinema: “From ‘KGF’ to ‘Kantara’, the way Kannada films have impacted Indian cinema is incredible. It’s now a powerful force across the country.”
Sanjay Dutt, visibly excited about the film, shared his admiration for the team. He praised Dhruva Sarja, calling him a “very, very big star in the making,” and had kind words for Shilpa Shetty: “I’ve worked with her on many projects. She is just as hardworking and grounded as ever. Juggling her career, her home, her kids. She hasn’t changed a bit.”
He also lauded director Prem’s approach: “Despite his success and stature, Prem sir is so humble. He has an incredible vision and knows how to tell stories that leave an impact.”
Shilpa Shetty opened up about how she almost didn’t take the role.
“When Prem sir came to me, I was already shooting a lot and then I got injured—I had a fracture and was in a wheelchair. I initially said no,” she recalled.
But Prem’s insistence and the power of the character’s arc changed her mind.
“He said, ‘This role is for you only.’ I agreed to just hear him out. He narrated the script while I was still recovering. By the interval, I forgot I had a fracture. I actually stood up! I said, ‘I’m doing this film just for this one scene.’ That’s how much it moved me.”
‘‘KD – The Devil’’ is being helmed by director Prem, known for his larger-than-life storytelling, and is produced by Suprith under the banner of KVN Productions.
The film, inspired by true events, is set in the politically charged and crime-infested backdrop of 1970s Bengaluru. It’s being made in Kannada and will release in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi as well.
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