Hyderabad: Setting the stage for his next global spectacle, filmmaker SS Rajamouli (the visionary behind blockbusters like Baahubali and RRR) has dropped the highly anticipated first look of Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran from their upcoming project, tentatively titled Globe Trotter. The image instantly went viral, confirming Prithviraj’s role as the primary antagonist, KUMBHA.
The poster features Prithviraj in a chilling, all-black ensemble, seated in a high-tech automated wheelchair—a powerful visual that has drawn comparisons to ‘Dr. X’ from X-Men and Spider-Man’s Doctor Octopus. The look hints at a sophisticated yet physically constrained super-villain.
Rajamouli’s High Praise: “Finest Actors I’ve Ever Known”
Accompanying the dramatic first look, Rajamouli shared a personal and glowing note about the actor’s intense portrayal, confirming the creative satisfaction the character offered.
“After canning the first shot with Prithvi, I walked up to him and said you are one of the finest actors I’ve ever known,” Rajamouli tweeted. “Bringing life to this sinister, ruthless, powerful antagonist KUMBHA was creatively very satisfying. Thank you Prithvi for slipping into his chair… literally…”
Building Up to the ‘Globe Trotter’ Event
The reveal comes hours after Rajamouli teased the first look, announcing that the team is currently filming the climax sequences involving the main cast, including Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj.
All eyes are now fixed on the massive #GlobeTrotter event scheduled for November 15th, where the makers promise to deliver a reveal “far beyond what we’ve done before.” The event is expected to unveil the film’s title and official first glimpse, solidifying Rajamouli’s track record of redefining promotional campaigns.
Prithviraj’s menacing transformation as KUMBHA has undoubtedly intensified the excitement for the film, solidifying its place as one of the most awaited pan-Indian releases.
