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From portraying a historical figure in Anandi Gopal to navigating relationships in Chi Va Chi Sau Ka, Lalit Prabhakar has experimented with different genres and characters.
5 Films That Showcase Lalit Prabhakar’s Acting Range
Lalit Prabhakar is stepping into one of the most challenging roles of his career with Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. The Marathi actor portrays Ajmal Kasab in the courtroom drama, which revisits the legal battle following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. With Rajkummar Rao playing public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, the film is set to hit theatres on October 16. While audiences are curious to see Lalit in this intense role, his filmography offers plenty of reasons to explore his work before the release. From portraying a historical figure in Anandi Gopal to navigating relationships in Chi Va Chi Sau Ka and taking on a horror-comedy in Zombivli, the actor has experimented with different genres and characters. Here are five films that offer a glimpse of his versatility.
1. Anandi Gopal (2019)
Director: Sameer Vidwans
Cast: Lalit Prabhakar, Bhagyashree Milind, Kshitee Jog, Yogesh Soman
Where to watch: ZEE5
The biographical drama tells the story of Anandibai Joshi, one of India’s first female physicians, and her journey towards becoming a doctor at a time when women’s education faced considerable resistance. Lalit plays Gopalrao Joshi, Anandibai’s husband, who encourages her to pursue education and medicine. The character is more complex than a conventional supportive spouse, as his progressive beliefs coexist with an uncompromising personality. Lalit’s performance brings out these contradictions while portraying a man whose ideas were far ahead of his time in several respects.
2. Chi Va Chi Sau Ka (2017)
Director: Paresh Mokashi
Cast: Lalit Prabhakar, Mrinmayee Godbole, Bharat Ganeshpure, Supriya Pathare
Where to watch: ZEE5
The Marathi romantic comedy follows Satyaprakash, also known as Satya, an engineer who meets Savitri, or Savi, through an arranged-marriage setup. The two have contrasting personalities and decide to live together before making a commitment to marriage. The film uses their differences to explore relationships, compatibility and social expectations around marriage. Lalit brings an easy-going charm to Satya while allowing the character’s opinions and insecurities to emerge as the relationship develops. His chemistry with Mrinmayee Godbole is central to the film’s appeal.
3. Hampi (2017)
Director: Prakash Kunte
Cast: Lalit Prabhakar, Sonalee Kulkarni, Prajakta Mali and Priyadarshan Jadhav
Where to watch: ZEE5
Set against the backdrop of the historic town of Hampi, this Marathi film follows Isha, a young woman searching for answers about life. Her journey brings her into contact with Kabir, played by Lalit, whose outlook helps her see everyday experiences differently. Unlike a conventional romance driven by dramatic twists, Hampi places greater emphasis on personal growth, companionship and the unexpected ways people influence one another. Lalit’s portrayal of Kabir complements the film’s reflective tone, giving the character a relaxed quality without making him feel one-dimensional.
4. Zombivli (2022)
Director: Aditya Sarpotdar
Cast: Lalit Prabhakar, Amey Wagh, Vaidehi Parshurami, Janaki Pathak and Trupti Khamkar
Where to watch: ZEE5
Zombivli takes Lalit into an entirely different genre. Set in Dombivli, the horror-comedy revolves around an outbreak that turns the city into a fight for survival. Lalit plays Vishwas, while Amey Wagh portrays Sudhir and Vaidehi Parshurami plays Seema. The film combines zombie horror with humour and social commentary, giving its ensemble cast plenty of opportunities to shift between tension and comedy.
5. Medium Spicy (2022)
Director: Mohit Takalkar
Cast: Lalit Prabhakar, Sai Tamhankar, Parna Pethe, Sagar Deshmukh, Neha Joshi, Pushkaraj Chirputkar and Nina Kulkarni
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
In Medium Spicy, Lalit plays Nissim Tipnis, a Mumbai-based chef who finds himself at a crossroads in his professional and personal life. As he weighs his romantic choices and career ambitions, the film explores the uncertainty that often accompanies adulthood and relationships. The Marathi drama also stars Sai Tamhankar as Gowri and Parna Pethe as Prajakta. Rather than relying on a single dramatic conflict, the story examines the protagonist’s hesitation, family dynamics and difficulty making consequential decisions. Lalit’s performance fits the film’s everyday setting, bringing the character’s indecision and emotional dilemmas to the forefront.
Prahaar: What To Know Before Its Release
Directed by Avinash Arun and produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam stars Rajkummar Rao as the public prosecutor who led the legal case against Ajmal Kasab following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The film also features Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikandar Kher, Ashish Vidyarthi and Ritvik Sahore, alongside Lalit Prabhakar as Kasab. The courtroom drama is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 16, 2026.
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