Shah Rukh Khan Showers Love On Atlee & Allu Arjun's Raaka Poster, Sends Birthday Wishes: Can't Wait To See

Shah Rukh Khan marked Allu Arjun’s birthday by praising the intense first look from upcoming action film Raaka. The poster, unveiled on the same occasion, showed Allu Arjun in a fierce avatar. Shah Rukh Khan also sent warm wishes to director Atlee and expressed curiosity about the film.

Raaka poster and Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday wishes

Sharing Raaka’s poster on X, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, "Happy Birthday @alluarjun." Shah Rukh Khan added, "The poster is intriguing and amazing just like you are. Can't wait to see what you guys have put together." Shah Rukh Khan then highlighted Atlee’s style, saying, "This experience will be… in Atlee's words - Mass masss massss!! #Raaka looks so exciting, all the best!"

Raaka and Atlee’s 18-year journey

Atlee described Raaka as a project that stayed close for many years. Atlee tweeted, "#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." Atlee said the film’s development tested and shaped the director over time.

The director mentioned that making Raaka had affected both craft and life, staying with Atlee through different phases. Atlee said the journey of bringing the concept to screen involved challenges and learning. Atlee ended the note by stating that this release was still only the start of Raaka’s journey.

Raaka story, Allu Arjun’s role and film details

Raaka was described as an Indian action film directed by Atlee, with the narrative still under wraps. The film reportedly centred on a dominant, larger-than-life character, blending heavy action, drama, and emotional layers. Allu Arjun’s rugged look in the poster, against a dark backdrop, hinted at a mass entertainer and high-intensity storytelling.

Film	Director	Genre
Raaka	Atlee	Action

The Raaka poster showed Allu Arjun with a gritty, intense expression, set in a dramatic environment. The visual style suggested heavy action blocks and larger-scale sequences. The tough styling and moody lighting aimed to signal a powerful central character and a story built around mass appeal and emotions.

Responding to Shah Rukh Khan’s post, Allu Arjun wrote in the comments, "Shah Rukh Garu. Thank you so much for your wonderful birthday wishes." Allu Arjun also promised that the team aimed to create something meaningful, saying, "We hope to win your heart with what we trying to do. Thank you for all your love and support. Love and respect."

With praise from Shah Rukh Khan, a long-held idea from Atlee and an intense Raaka poster, expectations around the film increased further. The makers continued to keep plot specifics undisclosed, while stressing action, drama and emotional weight, as fans waited for more official updates on Raaka.