Brahmastra: Part One: Karan Johar introduces Amitabh Bachchan as 'wise leader' holding 'sword of light' in first look motion poster

Ahead of the release of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer Brahmastra : Part One trailer, producer Karan Johar unveiled the first look poster of Amitabh Bachchan . The legendary actor has been introduced as Guru, the wise leader, holding ‘PRABHĀSTRA: The Sword of Light’.

Taking to Instagram, Karan quoted the lines from Bhagavad Gita and shared the rugged avatar of BigB from the upcoming sci-fi thriller. He wrote, “ गुरू है गंगा ज्ञान की । काटे भाव का पाश गुरू उठा ले अस्त्र जब । करे पाप का नाश Ek aisi Roshni jismein hai… har andhere ko haraane ki Shakti . Here comes GURU! The Wise Leader who holds the PRABHĀSTRA: The Sword of Light!”

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Brahmastra: Part One is an upcoming fantasy adventure film written and directed by Ayan Mukerji. The film features Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role. Amitabh Bachhan , Mouni Roy , and Nagarjuna Akkineni star in supporting roles. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is also expected to feature in a cameo role in the film. The trailer of the film is set to release on June 15.

On the other hand, Ayan shared an interesting fact about how Amitabh came on onboard for the project that is based on the concept of Ancient Indian Astras. He feels fortunate to have the veteran actor ‘bringing his magnificent energy’ in the role of ‘Guru.’ “Since my first meeting with Mr. Bachchan in 2016 to discuss Brahmāstra , he has always said that he loved the concept of this venture - Ancient Indian Astras which are protected in India Today! This blend of ancient Indian Spirituality and modern India - had really appealed to him, and to my great fortune, he agreed to be a part of Brahmāstra...

“And changed the destiny of our movie - by bringing his magnificent energy to our Guru - filling him with grace, wit and wisdom. So much excitement and respect in my heart today, as we launch our Guru Poster, and celebrate this collaboration with the Greatest of Indian Cinema ! "गुरुर्साक्षात परब्रह्म तस्मै ‍श्री गुरुवे नम: , “ he signed off his post.

Brahmastra is a trilogy that has been made using cutting-edge technology and never-seen-before visual spectacles. After infinite delays, the film is finally scheduled to release on September 9 in theatres worldwide.