Deepika Padukone is Squadron Leader Minal Rathore in 'Fighter'

 

by IANS |

Mumbai, Dec 5 (IANS) Actress Deepika Padukone, who recently grabbed headlines after her appearance in ‘Koffee With Karan’, has unveiled the name of her character from her upcoming action film ‘Fighter’ in which she stars alongside actor Hrithik Roshan.


In the film, Deepika will be seen portraying Squadron Leader Minal Rathore, known by her call sign 'Minni'.


Her role as a Pilot in the Air Dragons unit showcases resilience and valour.


This marks her first 'mission' as a helicopter pilot as she continues to break barriers and display her acting mastery.


The actress took to her social media, and shared the exclusive look on her social media and wrote in the caption, “Squadron Leader Minal Rathore. Call Sign: Minni. Designation: Squadron Pilot. Unit: Air Dragons."


Her character in the film embodies fortitude, determination, and the unwavering spirit of ‘Fighter’.


Earlier, Hrithik shared the look of this character from the highly-anticipated film.


The actor took to his social media on Monday, and shared the first look.


Describing his character of Patty a.k.a Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, Hrithik wrote in the caption, "Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania. Call Sign: Patty. Designation: Squadron Pilot. Unit: Air Dragons. Fighter Forever. #Fighter #FighterOn25thJan #FighterMovie”.


‘Fighter’, which has been helmed by Hrithik’s ‘War’ and ‘Bang Bang!’ director Siddharth Anand, traces the journey of Hrithik as Patty becoming the best Fighter pilot of India.


The film also showcases the first-time pairing between Hrithik and Deepika, intensifying the anticipation for unparalleled on-screen chemistry and their individual prowess, promising a compelling display of acting mastery.


Produced and presented by Viacom18 Studios in collaboration with Marflix Pictures, the movie is set to arrive in cinemas on January 25, 2024 on the eve of India's 75th Republic Day.

Latest Cinema Updates
Want to learn 'tabaahi' steps? Watch Tamannaah's tutorial video on 'Aaj Ki Raat' Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 04:18 PM
How does Arjun Kapoor blend work with play? Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 03:37 PM
Smita Sable to play Dhaniya in 'Bheema' Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 03:18 PM
Shaheer Sheikh drives through Athens, shares video of Greece holiday Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 03:11 PM
Is Nia Sharma in love? Her facial expression says it all Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 03:06 PM
Mahima Makwana reunites with 'Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke' co-star Roopal: 'Never saw it coming' Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 01:59 PM
Sonam Kapoor dines with business tycoon Sunil Mittal's daughter Eiesha in London Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 01:25 PM
Know Rashami Desai's recipe for homemade mini burger Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 12:43 PM
'KBC' questionnaire on auto-rickshaw leaves Divyanka Tripathi amused Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 11:46 AM
Divya Khossla to start shooting for 'Hero Heeroine' from Oct 5, male lead yet to be announced Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 11:34 AM
Rakul Preet pens heartwarming b'day wish for her mother, calls her 'source of endless love' Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 11:19 AM
Alia takes on Bobby Deol in intense gory action sequence in ‘Alpha’ Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 11:16 AM
Varun Dhawan shares concept poster of ‘Baby John’ Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 11:05 AM
Parineeti’s mantra for happy life: Throw toxic people out, find your tribe Fri, Jul 26, 2024, 10:49 AM
Raghav Juyal's success story is all about 'thodi si mehnat, thoda sa ashirwad' Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 02:04 PM
Mira Rajput is chuffed with her musical holiday in Europe Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 02:02 PM
For Kritika Kamra, being part of 'Gyaarah Gyaarah' is a 'wish fulfilled' Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 02:00 PM
Keanu overwhelmed as 'The Matrix' clocks 25 years, says 'as an artist, you hope for that' Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 11:31 AM
Who is that one 'special' friend in Kareena Kapoor's life? Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 11:29 AM
Akshay Kumar speaks up on doing four films a year Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 11:28 AM