Samantha Ruth Prabhu calls Allu Arjun 'class actor' as 'Raaka' title and first look drop on his 44th birthday

The title and first look poster of Allu Arjun’s film with Atlee were announced on his birthday, April 8. As fans and co-stars shared birthday wishes, Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently praised her ‘Oo Antava’ co-star by sharing his upcoming film’s poster and calling him a “class actor”.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu shares birthday wishes

Samantha Ruth Prabhu took to her Instagram story to share the poster. She wrote, “I’ve always believed you can tell a lot about a person by what they do after success, and with @aluariunonline, it’s always been growth, always. That’s what makes you a class actor. Happy birthday.. excited for everything that brings this year.”

‘Raaka’ title reveal

The makers of the film gave a big surprise on Allu Arjun’s 44th birthday. They finally revealed the film's title as ‘Raaka’. The new poster offered a small look into the world that director Atlee is creating. Atlee got emotional while sharing the poster on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, writing, “#Raaka isn’t just a film… It’s a part of me I’ve carried for years. For 18 years, I held on to one idea, never letting it fade. It tested me, shaped me, and stayed with me through everything. And honestly… this is just the beginning.”

Allu Arjun’s look in ‘Raaka’

In the poster, Allu Arjun looks very different. He has kohl-lined eyes, a receding hairline, and a thick grey beard. He covers part of his face with a clawed hand and stares straight.

About ‘Raaka’ cast

‘Raaka’ is set to be a grand sci-fi epic, which also features Deepika Padukone as the female lead. The film is currently in production, and reports have also suggested that Mrunal Thakur, Janhvi Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna would also be part of the project.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s next film

On the other hand, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is busy with upcoming cinematic outings. She will be next seen in the action thriller drama ‘Maa Inti Bangaaram.’ The film is announced to release on May 15, 2026.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”