After the monumental success of Pushpa 2: The Rule, Allu Arjun is reportedly gearing up for his next ambitious venture — a collaboration with blockbuster director Atlee. The upcoming film, tentatively titled Parallel Universe, is generating immense buzz in the industry, especially with rumors suggesting that Allu Arjun will play dual roles in this visually grand period drama centered around reincarnation.
Adding to the excitement, reports claim that global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas is being considered for the female lead. If confirmed, this would mark her first-ever collaboration with both Allu Arjun and Atlee. Priyanka, who is currently working on SS Rajamouli’s jungle adventure SSMB29 with Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is expected to bring a strong pan-Indian and international appeal to the project. Her involvement would also signify her return to Indian cinema after a four-year hiatus.
Earlier rumors of the film being a two-hero project were put to rest after actor Salman Khan clarified that his collaboration with Atlee has been shelved for now. Now, the makers are believed to be focusing solely on Allu Arjun in a dual avatar. While there has been no official announcement yet, the pre-production of the film is expected to commence in April 2025.
Known for directing pan-Indian hits like Jawan, Atlee’s upcoming venture is rumored to be mounted on a massive budget with rich visuals and emotional depth, aligning with his signature style of storytelling.
Meanwhile, Allu Arjun is also said to be reuniting with Trivikram Srinivas for their fourth film together, which is speculated to be a mythological drama where he could be seen portraying Lord Karthikeya.
With Pushpa 2 already cementing his position as a pan-India star, and multiple high-profile collaborations on the horizon, Allu Arjun is clearly entering a career-defining phase in Indian cinema.
