Champion Trailer Reveals Epic 1948 Saga Amid Hyderabad's Forgotten Struggle

The trailer for the period drama "Champion" has just dropped. It stars Roshan and Anaswara Rajan in a story set in 1948, right after Indian independence. The plot focuses on a region still suffering under the Nizam's rule. The film is set to release in theaters worldwide on Christmas Day.

Key Points: Roshan Anaswara Rajan Champion Trailer Period Drama 1948

  • Story set in 1948 Hyderabad, where one region remains under Nizam rule
  • Roshan plays a cop and footballer with dreams of London glory
  • He is assigned to Bairanpally and meets Anaswara Rajan's theatre performer
  • Features acclaimed technical team including art director Thota Tharani
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Champion trailer: The Roshan, Anaswara Rajan-starrer seeks to bring a piece of history back to life

Watch the gripping trailer for 'Champion,' a period drama starring Roshan and Anaswara Rajan, set in 1948 Hyderabad. In theaters December 25.

"From the pages of history comes a revolutionary saga. The epic unfolds now. - Swapna Cinemas"

Hyderabad, Dec 19

The makers of director Pradeep Advaitham's period drama 'Champion', featuring actors Roshan and Anaswara Rajan in the lead, have now released a gripping and intense trailer of the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Taking to its social media timelines to share the link to the trailer of the film, Swapna Cinemas, which is producing the film, wrote, "From the pages of the history comes a revolutionary saga. The epic unfolds now. Presenting #ChampionTrailer to you all!#Champion in cinemas worldwide from DECEMBER 25th, 2025."

The trailer shows that the story is set in the year 1948, a year after India got her independence. While the other parts of the country are experiencing freedom, those in one region called Bairanpally that is in the province of Hyderabad are still languishing under the control of the Nizams.

It is under these circumstances that the hero, who is in the services of the government as a cop, entrays the fray. The trailer shows that he is a brilliant footballer who harbours dreams of someday going to London and becoming a world champion. However, his dreams are dashed when he realises that he is not going to London but to Bairanpally. He agrees nevertheless, and heads to the place where he meets Anaswara Rajan, who stages plays with her troupe for a living. After initial scuffles, the two take a liking for each other. However, a struggle then breaks out at Bairanpally. What was the task Roshan was assigned at Bairanpally? Did he succeed in his mission? Champion is likely to give answers to all these questions.

The film has triggered huge expectations as it boasts of a wonderful technical team.

National Award winning art director Thota Tharani brings the pre-Independence period to life with careful detail, while cinematographer R Madhie enhances the story with rich, engaging visuals. The film has been edited by Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.

Champion is scheduled to hit theatres on December 25, just in time for Christmas.

- IANS

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Priya S
Finally, a film on the Hyderabad liberation! Our history books often gloss over this. Thota Tharani's art direction will be a treat. Hope it does justice to the sacrifices of the people of the region. Booking tickets for the first day.
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David E
As someone who loves historical dramas, this looks promising. The cinematography by Madhie seems stunning. Curious to see how they weave football into a post-independence political struggle. The lead pair has good chemistry.
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Sneha F
Looks good, but I hope it's not just another hero-saves-the-day story. The real heroes were the common people. Anaswara's character staging plays is interesting—art as resistance. Fingers crossed for depth beyond the trailer's action.
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Rohit P
December 25 release is perfect for a family outing! My grandfather told me stories about the Nizam's rule. It's emotional to see this on the big screen. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 The technical team is top-class.
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Kavya N
The premise is strong. A cop with a football dream sent to a troubled region? Interesting conflict. Hope the love story doesn't overshadow the historical struggle. Anaswara Rajan is a brilliant choice for the female lead.

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