Key Points

Adivi Sesh opens up about embracing his first proper love story role in the bilingual thriller Dacoit. The actor describes the film's unique blend of raw emotion and high-octane action against a romantic backdrop. Co-starring Mrunal Thakur, the Christmas 2025 release features an impressive ensemble including Anurag Kashyap. Production is progressing rapidly with crucial scenes currently being shot.

Key Points: Adivi Sesh Calls Dacoit His First True Love Story Film

  • Marks Adivi Sesh's first lead role in love story genre
  • Bilingual shoot features Mrunal Thakur and Anurag Kashyap
  • Story follows convict's revenge against ex-lover
  • Director Shaneil Deo's debut feature
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Adivi Sesh on 'Dacoit': This is the first time I'm diving into a love story as a genre

Adivi Sesh reveals why Dacoit marks his first proper love story role alongside Mrunal Thakur in this bilingual action-romance releasing Christmas 2025.

"This is the first time I’m truly diving into a love story as a genre — and that in itself makes Dacoit very special to me - Adivi Sesh"

Mumbai, June 26

Actor Adivi Sesh, who is gearing up for his upcoming film “Dacoit”, said that this is the first he is truly diving into a love story as a genre.

Co-starring actress Mrunal Thakur, “Dacoit” is being shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu, slated for a Christmas 2025 release.

He said: “This is the first time I’m truly diving into a love story as a genre — and that in itself makes Dacoit very special to me. Even though my character is raw and filled with rage, the story at its core is about love — the kind that transforms you, redeems you, even breaks you.”

“That emotional conflict set against a canvas of action and thrill gives the film a unique energy,” said the actor.

Apart from Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, the film will also feature director and actor Anurag Kashyap, Prakash Raj, Sunil, Atul Kulkarni, Zayn Marie Khan, and Kamakshi Bhaskarla among others.

The film, which marks the directorial debut of Shaneil Deo, follows an angry convict plotting revenge against his former girlfriend who betrayed him. The project, produced by Supriya Yarlagadda and co-produced by Suniel Narang, is being shot simultaneously in the Hindi and Telugu languages. Deo collaborated with Adivi Sesh on the story and screenplay.

On June 8, the lead pair began shooting for a crucial schedule. Sources said that key scenes are to be shot during this schedule for the film. The sources added that at present, both production and post-production work of the film are happening at a brisk pace.

Meanwhile, Adivi Sesh has completed the dubbing test for 'Dacoit'. A picture related to this development was released on social media recently.

The film's makers have described their film as "An explosion of guns and roses… betrayal and trust… and above all, Love and Loss.Witness a wicked FIRE between two EXES."

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Excited to see Adivi Sesh in a new avatar! His intensity in Major was brilliant, and now a love story with action - sounds like a perfect masala mix. Hope it delivers both emotional depth and thrills. 🤞
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Priya M.
Simultaneous Hindi-Telugu release is smart! More films should do this to reach pan-India audiences. Mrunal Thakur is a great choice too - she brings such natural warmth to her roles. Waiting for this one!
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Arjun S.
Not sure about the "guns and roses" concept - hope it doesn't turn into another clichéd revenge drama. But with Adivi's track record and Prakash Raj in the cast, I'll give it a chance. Fingers crossed for good writing!
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Shalini T.
Christmas 2025 release?! That's such a long wait yaar! But good things take time I guess. Love that they're focusing on emotional conflict rather than just action. More depth please, less style-over-substance!
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Vikram J.
Anurag Kashyap in a commercial film like this? Interesting casting! Hope they utilize his talent properly and don't waste him in a small role. The combo of Shaneil Deo and Adivi Sesh worked well in Goodachari, expecting similar magic.
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Neha P.
The description sounds intense! "Love that transforms you, redeems you, even breaks you" - if they can show this complexity properly instead of just surface-level drama, this could be really special. More power to Indian cinema exploring grey shades in relationships.

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