Varun Dhawan, sporting long hair and a beard, takes centre stage in the initial teaser for “Baby John,” the upcoming film from director Atlee, renowned for “Jawan.” Released by the makers on Monday, the preview captures Dhawan seated on a throne of guns, solemnly witnessing the world ablaze.
JioStudios has unveiled a teaser lasting one minute and five seconds, providing a glimpse into an ominous thriller infused with Indian mythological elements. The teaser cleverly juxtaposes close-up shots of Varun’s intense eyes with the captivating expressions of a Kathakali dancer. Enhanced by the resonant beats of thunderous drums, the video creates an atmosphere that intensifies the anticipation, promising an exhilarating and pulse-pounding cinematic experience for viewers.
In the midst of an arena consumed by flames, the dancer captivates the audience with their performance before Varun. Within this intense setting, Varun, seated on a throne adorned with weaponry, adds a dramatic touch by tossing a bird into the fiery spectacle. From his commanding seat, he keenly observes the dancer’s powerful and captivating movements amid the blazing surroundings.
Announcing the much-anticipated action extravaganza of 2024, “#BabyJohn” featuring #VarunDhawan, #KeerthySuresh & #WamiqaGabbi is set to hit cinemas on 31st May. Filmmaker Atlee, with production by his wife Priya Atlee, alongside Jyoti Deshpande and Murad Khetani, shared the exciting news on X. The accompanying poster unveils Varun Dhawan in a gun-wielding avatar, reminiscent of the iconic John Wick character.
Unveiling the Biggest Action Entertainer of the year 2024 🔥 #BabyJohn starring #VarunDhawan, #KeerthySuresh & #WamiqaGabbi releasing on 31st May in cinemas!
Click here to watch the video https://t.co/fgTxBStVem@MuradKhetani @priyaatlee #JyotiDeshpande @Atlee_dir @Varun_dvn… pic.twitter.com/2XbbGi1Y1S— Jio Studios (@jiostudios) February 5, 2024
In response, a fan expressed, “The teaser gives complete mass goosebumps. Varun Dhawan’s swaglish style is unparalleled.” Another comment praised, “Varun Dhawan is consistently superb.” Yet another comment captured the sentiment, stating, “The fierceness is divine.” One individual shared, “The combination of Atlee and Varun Dhawan is a blockbuster in the making, loading.”
Scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on May 31, 2024, the film “Baby John,” initially bearing the working title VD18, is directed by Kalees and produced by Atlee and Murad Khetani. Varun Dhawan, actively keeping fans in the loop with numerous updates from the film set, encountered a setback when he suffered a leg injury. Earlier, Varun took to his Instagram stories to share an image of his swollen leg.
Varun recently provided a glimpse into the ‘Mahurat Pooja’ ceremony. The brief video featured a meticulously decorated venue, adorned with flowers, where the movie’s clapperboard took centre stage.
“Baby John” marks Atlee’s second venture into Bollywood, following his successful debut with the blockbuster hit “Jawan” last year, featuring Shah Rukh Khan. This film also signifies Atlee’s first collaboration with Varun Dhawan.
On the professional front, Varun, last seen in Nitesh Tiwari’s action-romance film “Bawaal” alongside Janhvi Kapoor. He made his Bollywood debut in 2012 with Karan Johar’s film “Student of the Year,” where he starred alongside Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra.