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Adivi Sesh Calls 'Dacoit' Role His Most Vivid Character Yet

Actor-writer-director Adivi Sesh states that his role in the upcoming film 'Dacoit' is the most vivid character he has portrayed. He explains the film is more character-driven than his past work, focusing on the emotional journey between two ex-lovers who reunite after 13 years. The narrative is set against a violent backdrop of robberies, involving guns and action. The bilingual film, also starring Mrunal Thakur and Anurag Kashyap, is directed by Shaneil Deo and releases in April 2026.

Key Points: Adivi Sesh on 'Dacoit' Being His Most Vivid Character

  • Sesh's most vivid character
  • Focus on emotions over mystery
  • Ex-lovers reunite amid heists
  • Bilingual Telugu-Hindi project
  • Shifts to commercial format
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Adivi Sesh: 'Dacoit' is my most vivid character

Adivi Sesh reveals his role in 'Dacoit' is his most vivid character, describing the film's emotional journey of ex-lovers amid crime.

"It's definitely my most vivid character. - Adivi Sesh"

Mumbai, March 19

Actor-writer-director Adivi Sesh, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film 'Dacoit', has said that his character in the film is the most vivid he has played so far on screen.

The actor spoke with IANS during the promotions of the film, and said that 'Dacoit' is the most character-driven film in his filmography.

He told IANS, "It's definitely my most vivid character. I wouldn't say it's completely character-driven, like say an 'Arjun Reddy'. But, it's a lot more character-driven than my previous films. I've always come off a filmography where I loved my twists. And there's always this first time I'm in love with the emotions of the film".

He further mentioned, "So, who murdered whom is not a big question of this film. It's not who has done it. It's about emotions and the journey between two ex-lovers after 13 years. And we, for us, it was very exciting to set it in a violent time in the sense that that journey for them together is not just two people getting to know each other again. It's two people in the middle of a robbery setup, in the middle of guns, bullets, fire, rain, heat and desert".

'Dacoit: A Love Story' also stars Mrunal Thakur and Anurag Kashyap in lead roles. It is directed by Shaneil Deo. The film is a bilingual project, shot in Telugu and Hindi. It follows a narrative involving former lovers who reunite and engage in a series of robberies.

The story combines elements of crime, action, and romance. Production is backed by Supriya Yarlagadda.

The film marks a shift for Sesh toward a more commercial format compared to his earlier investigative thrillers. The film is set to arrive in cinemas on April 10, 2026.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Interesting shift for Sesh. His investigative thrillers were good, but moving to a more commercial, character-driven space with a strong cast (Mrunal and Anurag Kashyap!) is a smart move. Hope the bilingual aspect doesn't dilute the original feel.
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Aman W
"Two people in the middle of a robbery setup" - sounds intense and romantic at the same time. The desert and rain visuals could be stunning. Sesh is underrated as a writer-director-actor. Wishing the team all the best.
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Sarah B
As someone who loved 'Major', I'm excited to see him in a completely different avatar. But 2026 is such a long wait! The production house has a good track record, so expectations are high.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I hope the focus on "emotions" doesn't mean the plot becomes weak. Sesh's strength has been tight storytelling. A dacoit love story is a great concept, but it needs a solid script to back up the visuals and star cast.
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Nisha Z
Mrunal Thakur is a fantastic choice for the female lead. She brings such grace and strength to her roles. Anurag Kashyap in a Telugu/Hindi bilingual is also a surprise! The combination is fresh. 👍

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