Prahaar Depicts Ujjwal Nikam's Role in 26/11 Kasab Trial with Rajkummar Rao
Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam is a courtroom drama focusing on the prosecution of Ajmal Kasab after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. Public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam set conditions for the film, including no glorification of any character and the use of real names, ensuring authenticity. Rajkummar Rao stars as Nikam, receiving praise for his portrayal despite not meeting Nikam before filming. The film highlights legal procedures and personal sacrifices behind the trial, with supporting roles emphasizing the investigation and courtroom dynamics.
First-hand measurement across 10 sources
We measured how 10 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (65/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, news18, freepressjournal, hindustantimes, indiatoday, indiatoday, indiatoday, indiatoday, and 2 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 10 Oct, 03:35 pm. Other outlets followed.