Atlee on a mission to erase Pushpa with Raaka

Atlee on a mission to erase Pushpa with Raaka. Allu Arjun's stardom increased tremendously following the sensation of Pushpa across the country. The mere mention of Allu Arjun's name reminds all of Pushpa Raj. He lived in the role of the Pushpa Raj and it will be difficult for viewers to come out of it so easily.

Now, he is starring in Raaka under the direction of Atlee. Atlee, according to sources, is on a mission to create a new image for Allu Arjun with Raaka by erasing Pushpa Raj. There are no similarities between Pushpa and Raaka, as it is a sci fi action fantasy drama. Atlee readied the story blending mythology ad futuristic elements and Allu Arjun will be seen as a divine warrior.

All Arjun is transforming his look for the role and is set to experiment with prosthetic makeup sporting a bald head, grey hair and whatnot. Atlee decided to give a fresh feel to viewers with Allu Arjun's look. The film stars Deepika Padukone, Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna and Janhvi Kapoor in the lead roles.

- Pramod Nandivada