Ali Fazal, the actor famous for his intense role as Guddu Bhaiya in the hit series “Mirzapur,” is making headlines again. This time, he’s trading in his gang leader image for a police uniform! Today, Monday, an exciting announcement dropped about his brand-new series titled “Raakh.” The internet is already buzzing with fantastic reactions from fans.
This upcoming Prime Video series will feature Ali in a completely fresh avatar. The first look released with the announcement shows him as a sharp police officer. “Raakh” is slated for a 2026 release, so we’ll have to wait a bit to see him in action. Prime Video shared the big news and a powerful poster on their official Instagram account. The caption reads, “Justice will be found from ashes,” fittingly paired with a fiery emoji, promising a dramatic storyline.
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The Fan Frenzy: A Police Universe?
The moment “Raakh” was announced, social media lit up with fun and excited comments. Fans are clearly eager to see Ali step into this new kind of character. One user humorously asked, “Hey Guddu Bhaiya, what line of work did you get into?” Another fan took it a step further, calling it “Guddu Bhaiya’s Police Universe,” sparking dreams of interconnected shows. Many online users cheered, saying, “Finally, something new to watch after such a long time!” One fan confidently stated, “Prime Video and Guddu Bhaiya’s wild mix will set everything on fire!” And a widely echoed sentiment was, “Now Guddu Bhaiya needs full respect.”
Behind the Badge: The Team of ‘Raakh’
While Ali Fazal famously played Guddu Bhaiya in Prime Video’s “Mirzapur,” his role in “Raakh” promises a fresh take. Joining him in important roles are talented stars Sonali Bendre and Aamir Bashir. The series is being directed by Prosit Roy, who will steer this intriguing new story. Ali looks quite convincing as a police officer, a strong contrast to his previous characters. Looking at Ali’s recent projects, he was last seen in Anurag Basu’s film “Metro In Dino.”