First look of Dacoit unveiled: Mrunal Thakur takes over as female lead, replacing Shruti Haasan
Shruti Haasan, who was last seen in the Telugu blockbuster Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire, was initially announced as the female lead in Dacoit: A Love Story. However, recent developments confirm her departure from the project. The film, starring Telugu actor Adivi Sesh, is being shot in both Hindi and Telugu, with its makers unveiling a fresh glimpse of the movie on Sesh’s 40th birthday. The latest poster introduces Mrunal Thakur as the new female lead, and fans on social media have embraced the change enthusiastically.
Mrunal Thakur Takes center Stage
With Shruti’s departure, actress Mrunal Thakur has joined Dacoit: A Love Story as the new female lead. Thakur expressed excitement about her role, stating that it would allow her to explore uncharted territory as an actor. The film combines rustic storytelling with a stylized vision brought to life by director Shaneil Deo and actor-writer Adivi Sesh.
The movie’s narrative reportedly draws inspiration from real-life events, weaving a gritty tale with layers of drama and intensity. Fans are thrilled by the fresh pairing of Mrunal Thakur and Adivi Sesh, evident in the positive response to the newly released poster and teaser.
Internet Reactions
The first-look poster has sparked excitement online. Celebrities such as Maniesh Paul and Pragya Jaiswal responded with clapping and fire emojis, while actress Mouni Roy praised the visuals. Fans lauded Adivi Sesh’s intense gaze and the overall vibe of the poster, calling it “mesmerizing” and a hint at another blockbuster in the making.
