Five big takeaways from Jawan’s prevue: From a never-seen-before Shah Rukh Khan to Deepika Padukone’s cameo

In addition, the 172-second promo video also includes specific moments and intriguing information about the ensemble cast of the movie, ensuring that the excitement surrounding Jawan continues to build.

Here are key takeaways from the prevue of Jawan, which marks Atlee’s directorial debut in Bollywood:

Jawan ticks all right boxes for an actioner

Action sequences featuring tons of people, check; slow-motion sequences capable of giving an adrenaline rush, check; impressive visuals, check; buildings and vehicles getting blown up, check; and whatnot. Jawan’s prevue masterfully presents all the essential elements that captivate action film enthusiasts, leaving them eagerly anticipating the movie’s release on September 7, 2023. Through stunning visuals and careful editing, the promotional video effectively portrays the movie as a thrilling and action-packed rollercoaster ride. By showcasing the key actors engaged in intense action sequences, Atlee and the team assure audiences that the film will be a high-energy cinematic experience.

Vijay Sethupathi demonstrates his exceptional skills in the action sequences, impressing the viewers with his performance.

The cast and crew of Jawan have many from the south

From Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi to Priyamani and Yogi Babu doing pivotal roles and Anirudh Ravichander composing the songs for the movie, Jawan features several talented names from South India. In the movie, Nayanthara takes on the female lead role, and the prevue beautifully captures her graceful portrayal, showcasing her as an absolute boss lady. Furthermore, Sethupathi demonstrates his exceptional skills in the action sequences, impressing the viewers with his performance. The prevue also provides a glimpse of Priyamani dressed in bulletproof gear, holding a machine gun, indicating that her character is also involved in thrilling action sequences. The promo video futher highlights the expertise of composer Anirudh, with his energetic background score accompanying the visuals. Notably, Jawan marks the Bollywood debut of acclaimed Tamil director Atlee, known for helming blockbuster films like Theri, Mersal, and Bigil.

In the video, Deepika Padukone is presented wearing a red saree and skillfully fighting off an assailant amidst a downpour.

Deepika Padukone plays a cameo role, and no, it’s not in an item song!

The SRK-Deepika Padukone combo never ceases to ignite the enthusiasm of fans. This has remained true ever since Deepika made her debut with Om Shanti Om (2007) alongside SRK, which was followed by their collaboration in three more blockbuster movies, Chennai Express (2013), Happy New Year (2014) and Pathaan (2023). Now, Jawan’s prevue has revealed that the Gehraiyaan star has made a cameo appearance in the actioner. Importantly, the promo video suggests that her role goes beyond being a mere eye candy, which is often the case for female actors in special appearances in big-budget films. In the video, Deepika is presented wearing a red saree and skillfully fighting off an assailant amidst a downpour.

Shah Rukh Khan appears in multiple awe-inspiring getups in Jawan’s prevue.

Is SRK the hero or the villain?

“When I become a villain, no hero stands a chance against me,” says Shah Rukh’s character towards the end of the prevue. “Who am I, what am I? I don’t know. A promise made to a mother or a purpose unfinished? Am I good or bad? A blessing or a sin? Ask yourself. Because I am you, for better or worse,” he adds. Though the film features SRK in the lead role, the makers have till now been cautious in withholding any information about the character he portrays. Nevertheless, this particular dialogue strongly suggests that King Khan’s character is not a meek one but possesses shades of grey. Whether he embodies an antihero similar to his roles in movies like Don and Don 2 is yet to be revealed, but it is definite that surprises await the audience in this film.

Jawan’s prevue showcases Shah Rukh Khan dancing to the tune of Bekarar Karke Hume.

A never-seen-before King Khan

While the promotional video highlights all the elements that compose Jawan, what truly captures attention is the commanding presence of Shah Rukh Khan, who appears in multiple awe-inspiring getups. The video begins by featuring glimpses of different parts of his physique, preparing for exhilarating action sequences, accompanied by his powerful voice delivering impactful dialogues in the background. As the teaser unfolds, more glimpses of him come into view. The first complete shot reveals SRK seated in the centre of a blazing room, gripping a machine gun, and donning a half mask. He confidently asks the audience if they are “Ready?”

Furthermore, he makes an appearance in an attire where his entire body is wrapped in cloth bandages, followed by donning a red shirt and blue denim jeans. In this striking ensemble, he confidently walks through a crowd of hundreds, preparing to shake the leg. The prevue concludes by revealing SRK in a bald appearance, poised to hold the passengers of a metro train hostage. It also showcases him dancing to the tune of “Bekarar Karke Hume”, a song composed by Hemant Kumar for the 1962 psychological thriller movie Bees Saal Baad.