Rana Naidu season 2 trailer: Arjun Rampal draws battle lines with Rana Daggubati as brutal villain. Watch
Rana Naidu Season 2 trailer: The trailer for Season 2 of the series Rana Naidu has finally dropped, and it's packed with intense action and complex drama. The clip shows Rana Daggubati's character taking a high-stakes mission and facing Arjun Rampal in a showdown. Also read: Rana Daggubati brings Bollywood flair to WWE's WrestleMania 41, gets a huge shoutout
The trailer was released by the makers of the show on Tuesday on social media. The trailer delivers a sneak peek into a complex web of action, drama, and intrigue, bringing back familiar faces while introducing fresh characters with an expectation of adding new layers to the story.
The clip shows Rana taking on a mission dubbed his "last job", as he battles to secure his family's future. It shows him promising his wife (essayed by Surveen Chawla that he is quitting.
But things get personal when Rana's character gets locked in a complex struggle with his father. The trailer is packed with action sequences and drama.
It shows Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh Daggubati are back as estranged father-son duo Rana and Naga Naidu, respectively. The second season also features Kriti Kharbanda, Sushant Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, Rajat Kapoor, Tanuj Virwani, and Dino Morea, who appear in the trailer too. The trailer hints at a brutal showdown between Rana and Arjun, with blurred lines to protect one's family.
After the success of Season 1 of Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh's action crime drama Rana Naidu, Rana is reprising his role in the second season of the series. Arjun Rampal has joined the team as a villain.
Rana Naidu is an action crime drama series directed by Karan Anshuman and Suparn Verma. It is the official adaptation of the 2013 American crime drama TV series Ray Donovan and stars Venkatesh Daggubati, Rana Daggubati (as the title character), Suchitra Pillai, Gaurav Chopra, and Surveen Chawla in lead roles. At the time of the release, the show was called out by some for its bold scenes and use of abusive language. Later, Venkatesh revealed that season 2 of the web series will be toned down compared to season 1.
Netflix's official synopsis for the series reads, "Rana Naidu embarks on one last job to secure his family's future before getting out of the 'fixing' business for good, but soon finds himself entangled in conflicts with his loved ones - and the looming threat of a ruthless underworld figure from his past'. Season two will be released on Netflix on June 13.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Pink Villa
26 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Why are BLACKPINK's Jisoo's fans furious with KISS OF LIFE? Accusations of plagiarism being 'final boss' surface
Rising girl group KISS OF LIFE has found themselves at the center of yet another controversy. As they gear up for their comeback, the group's newly released concept photos are stirring debate online. It's not only for their visuals but also due to striking comparisons being made to BLACKPINK's Jisoo. The backlash comes as the group continues to face lingering criticism over a previous incident involving cultural appropriation. New comeback, familiar look? Ahead of their upcoming release, KISS OF LIFE has been sharing teaser images for each member. However, when Haneul's concept photos were unveiled, several fans were quick to point out uncanny similarities. Many noted that her styling closely resembled BLACKPINK Jisoo 's look from her solo video titled earthquake. In the photos, Haneul is seen wearing a bold, all-black outfit, complete with sleek, long hair with bangs and statement accessories. Netizens say it mirrors Jisoo's styling almost identically. The discussion quickly spread on online forums and social media, with fans accusing the group of mimicking Jisoo's iconic visual concept. Some expressed disappointment, questioning why an emerging group would resort to imitation instead of forging their own identity. Others, however, defended the similarities. They argue that Jisoo's fashion influence is widespread in the industry and that overlaps in styling are bound to happen. This is especially true in K-pop, where trends often cycle quickly and stylists work with similar inspirations. Recent cultural appropriation incident This controversy follows closely behind another major backlash the group has been facing. During member Julie's birthday livestream, the group drew heavy criticism over their chosen theme and styling. The celebration was presented under the theme of 'old-school hip hop vibes.' It featured members dressed in outfits that were widely condemned for perpetuating racial stereotypes. Viewers were particularly upset about the use of cultural hairstyles. It includes Bantu knots and cornrows, along with oversized gold chains, caps, and exaggerated mannerisms that seemed to mock African-American culture. The livestream also included freestyle rapping and dancing that many felt crossed the line into caricature. Social media users immediately voiced their outrage, calling the livestream tone-deaf and inappropriate. With both the concept photo comparisons and the unresolved cultural appropriation concerns, KISS OF LIFE 's upcoming comeback is under intense scrutiny. Whether the group can successfully handle this turbulent moment remains to be seen.
Indian Express
an hour ago
- Indian Express
MobLand review: Tom Hardy grunts his way through Guy Ritchie's soapy homage to The Godfather
Wholly unoriginal yet embarrassingly addictive, MobLand can best be described as a soap opera for boys. It shouldn't come as a surprise that the gangster drama (briefly) unseated Taylor Sheridan's blockbusters off the viewership charts — Sheridan has built a literal empire on the back of expensive sagas aimed at men, like Yellowstone. MobLand combines his signature brand of family drama with gruff machismo of a Bollywood potboiler; it's an experience so Ajay Devgn-coded that Tom Hardy's protagonist could have just as easily been introduced with a packet of Vimal in his hands, and we'd have been none the wiser. He may as well be chewing 'elaichi' in his scenes, going by his line delivery. Hardy can be magnificently theatrical when he wants — 'let's not stand on ceremony here!' — but he's made a name for himself as one of the great mumblers of his generation. That's exactly what he does as Harry Da Souza in MobLand. Harry is a fixer of sorts, torn between his two families — the real one, with wife Jan and teenage daughter Gina; and the one that he has been adopted into, the Harrigans. Like Tom Hagen from The Godfather, Harry is the brain and brawn behind the Harrigans' criminal empire, led by the psychotic patriarch Conrad, played by Pierce Brosnan. Also read – Havoc movie review: Tom Hardy unleashes a tornado of violence in Netflix's blood-drenched action-thriller But his duties mainly involve cleaning up messes, negotiating deals, and tracking down those who wish to remain hidden. Harry has connections all over the (under)world; he's the sort of guy you deploy when a body needs to be buried or an asset rescued. When Conrad's maniacal grandson, Eddie, murders his sworn enemy Richie Stevenson's grandson, the long-held tensions between the two clans escalate to the brink of war. It's like when Don Corleone's enemies had Sunny murdered. But Conrad isn't the sort of man who'd call for a meeting of the five families to resolve differences; the term 'proportional response' perhaps doesn't exist in his book. Harry, however, does the responsible thing by trying to broker peace between the two families, mainly to save them from themselves. He knows that neither Conrad nor Ritchie is the sort of person who can be talked down from a ledge. To make matters worse, he knows that Conrad's strings are secretly being pulled by his wife, Maeve, played by Helen Mirren in a performance so over-the-top that she might just be auditioning for a Sanjay Gupta movie. This makes for an uneven viewing experience; while some performances are cartoonishly camp, Hardy is objectively catatonic. It's as if he exists in a different world entirely. Written by Ronan Bennett and Jez Butterworth, MobLand opens with a two-episode premiere directed by Guy Ritchie. Neither episode has Ritchie's trademark kinetic camerawork, or even his lyrical lingo. He's a gun for hire here, creatively hands-off to the point that he probably didn't weigh in on the wardrobe. But MobLand works on a very basic level; the characters and storylines are familiar enough for major pacing issues to be overlooked. It isn't exactly ambient TV, but it's certainly not the kind of show that requires undivided attention. The writing is often clumsy; a key moment hinges entirely on a deus ex machina so illogical that you could be forgiven for assuming that the episode was written by Hussain Dalal. Harry has a solution for virtually every problem, including those that haven't yet presented themselves. It makes you wonder why someone with his skillset isn't running his own operation. Even if he can't be a crime kingpin himself — Conrad would kill him for the betrayal — he could, at least, avoid playing the role of a glorified gofer. Midway through the season, Harry is sent all the way to Belgium to rescue Conrad's two grown kids; they're both like Fredo, desperate to impress dad but utterly incapable of it. Read more – Fountain of Youth movie review: We never got a third National Treasure movie, and thanks to Guy Ritchie, we still haven't Much of the action, however, unfolds in London. After an unexpected mid-season plot development, everybody is summoned to hunker down in the Harrigans' summer estate in the Cotswolds. Cooped up under one roof, the family drama takes centerstage. Maeve even cooks up a storm for her beloved Eddie, like Clemenza did in The Godfather. Harry's wife Jan, on the other hand, contemplates leaving him. In one scene, she looks forlornly at her husband flying away on a dangerous mission, and sighs to herself about not finding any of this sexy anymore. Unfortunately, this is the general impression that you're likely to have of the show itself. It's so derivative of past gangster classics that it comes across as positively lazy. It may well be. There isn't a shred of doubt, for instance, that it was birthed as a Yellowstone clone — MobLand isn't fully algorithmic like most of the stuff you'd find on Netflix, but barring the performances, there's little to recommend about it. MobLand Creator – Ronan Bennett Cast – Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren, Paddy Considine, Joanne Froggatt, Lara Pulver, Mandeep Dhillon, Janet McTeer Rating – 2.5/5 Rohan Naahar is an assistant editor at Indian Express online. He covers pop-culture across formats and mediums. He is a 'Rotten Tomatoes-approved' critic and a member of the Film Critics Guild of India. He previously worked with the Hindustan Times, where he wrote hundreds of film and television reviews, produced videos, and interviewed the biggest names in Indian and international cinema. At the Express, he writes a column titled Post Credits Scene, and has hosted a podcast called Movie Police. You can find him on X at @RohanNaahar, and write to him at He is also on LinkedIn and Instagram. ... Read More
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
Will Adam Pearce replace Jey Uso at MITB 2025 with a WWE veteran?
Things are looking rough for Jey Uso heading into Money in the Bank 2025. On this week's episode of Monday Night RAW, Seth Rollins and his crew launched a vicious attack on Jey. To make matters worse, Bronson Reed hit him with multiple Tsunamis, leaving fans seriously worried about how Jey's holding up—especially with a huge tag team match just days away. Jey is scheduled to team up with Cody Rhodes this Saturday to take on John Cena and Logan Paul. But after what went down on RAW, there's real concern he won't be cleared to compete. And that's not the only thing on Jey's plate. He's also got to defend his World Heavyweight Title against Gunther next week on RAW. Between that and all the enemies he's got right now—Rollins' crew, Cena and Logan, and Gunther—he's being pulled in every direction. It's no surprise that RAW GM Adam Pearce might have to step in and pull Jey from the tag match at MITB for the sake of his health. Also Read: 'Why isn't Brock Lesnar getting fired?': Ex-WWE writer questions Adam Pearce If that happens, fans are already speculating about a possible replacement. The most obvious (and dramatic) choice? Jey's own brother, Jimmy Uso. Sure, the two have had their ups and downs, but when it really matters, Jimmy's always shown up for Jey. If Jey can't go, Jimmy stepping in would make for one heck of a moment. That said, nothing is official yet. We still don't know the full extent of Jey's injuries, and Pearce hasn't made any announcements. Meanwhile, Gunther isn't wasting time. The Ring General is locked in on getting his title back from Jey, and he's been pretty vocal about it. He lost to Jey at WrestleMania 41 after tapping out, but on RAW this week, he made it clear he's ready for revenge. 'Because ever since that day I lost to you at WrestleMania, I knew I'd avenge this. And right now? You're making it very, very easy for me. Jey in one week, the party is over.' Gunther clearly thinks Jey's taking on too much—and honestly, he might have a point. Jey hasn't even held the title for two months yet, and while WWE usually lets champs keep the belt a while, this could be one of those rare moments where they shake things up fast. If Jey's not at 100%, Gunther could easily take advantage and walk out with the gold. Jey Uso's got a brutal week ahead of him—if he can even make it to Saturday. And right now, nothing feels guaranteed.
