RRR director SS Rajamouli makes surprise gaming debut in Kojima's Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Indian filmmaker
SS Rajamouli
and his son SS Karthikeya have made cameo appearances in
Hideo Kojima
's highly anticipated video game
Death Stranding 2
: On the Beach, marking a crossover between Indian cinema and Japanese gaming.
The
RRR
and
Baahubali
director appears as "The Adventurer" while Karthikeya takes on the role of "The Adventurer's Son" in the PlayStation 5 exclusive, set for global release on June 26, 2025. Early access players discovered the duo's characters and shared viral clips across social media, with fans celebrating Rajamouli as a "global icon."
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This unexpected collaboration stems from a creative friendship that began during RRR's Japanese promotional tour in 2022, when Rajamouli visited
Kojima Productions
. The legendary game creator, known for the Metal Gear Solid franchise, has maintained contact with the Indian filmmaker since then, culminating in this digital debut.
In April 2025, Kojima shared photos from a virtual meeting with the father-son duo, sparking speculation about their involvement. "Beyond excited for this," Karthikeya had posted, hinting at the surprise now delighting fans worldwide.
Death Stranding 2 is a star-studded affair
The post-apocalyptic adventure features an A-list cast including
Norman Reedus
,
Elle Fanning
,
Léa Seydoux
, Troy Baker, and George Miller.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach continues Kojima's reputation for blending cinematic storytelling with interactive entertainment, following protagonist Sam Porter Bridges as he reconnects isolated communities in post-apocalyptic Australia.
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