Ranveer Singh’s first glimpses from the sets of his upcoming film ‘Pralay’ have surfaced online, giving fans a closer look at his rugged new appearance. The actor is seen with long hair and stubble, while one of the circulating videos shows him carrying a child on his back during a scene with co-star Kalyani Priyadarshan.

The leaked set visuals have quickly triggered comparisons with Ranveer’s look in Dhurandhar, with some fans joking that his character Jaskeerat Singh Rangi has returned. However, there is currently no indication from the filmmakers that the two characters are connected. (The Times of India)

Ranveer sports rugged, long-haired look

The pictures and videos emerging from the Mumbai shoot show Ranveer in a markedly different appearance. He has longer, unkempt hair, facial hair and a weathered look that appears suited to the film’s post-apocalyptic setting.

In one video, Ranveer is seen walking alongside Kalyani Priyadarshan and other people while carrying a child on his back. The visuals also feature a dusty environment, damaged-looking roads and abandoned vehicles, adding to the survival-thriller atmosphere. (Moneycontrol)

The identity of the child and the relationship between the character and the child have not been revealed by the makers.

Fans connect the look with ‘Dhurandhar’

Ranveer’s long hairstyle immediately reminded several social media users of his appearance as Jaskeerat Singh Rangi in Dhurandhar.

In the film, Ranveer initially appears as undercover Indian operative Hamza Ali Mazari before the character’s real identity is revealed as Jaskeerat Singh Rangi. The similarity in hairstyle has led to fan speculation, but the comparison remains just that—a fan theory.

There is no reported official connection between Dhurandhar and Pralay, and the latter is being developed as a separate post-apocalyptic survival story.

Kalyani Priyadarshan spotted alongside Ranveer

Malayalam actor Kalyani Priyadarshan is also visible in the newly surfaced footage. The project marks her Hindi film debut after her recent recognition for Lokah. She had previously shared an update from the Pralay sets, confirming her involvement in the production. (Cinema Express)

Her appearance alongside Ranveer in the leaked footage has further increased curiosity around their characters and their role in the film's survival narrative.

‘Pralay’ set in a post-apocalyptic world

Directed by Jai Mehta, Pralay is being described as a post-apocalyptic zombie action or survival thriller. Reports indicate that the story is set in a dystopian version of Mumbai following a catastrophic outbreak.

The film is expected to combine survival drama with large-scale action and VFX-heavy sequences. Earlier reports had indicated plans for extensive shooting outside India, although production has already been underway in Mumbai. (The Hollywood Reporter India)

The first set visuals now offer audiences an early glimpse of the world the filmmakers are attempting to create.

Film went on floors in Mumbai

Pralay officially began filming in Mumbai in August, with Ranveer and Kalyani among the principal cast members. Kalyani had also confirmed her involvement through a social media update from the sets in late August. (Cinema Express)

The newly leaked footage appears to have come from the ongoing Mumbai schedule. The makers have yet to officially release a full first look or detailed character information.

Ranveer’s next major departure after ‘Dhurandhar’

The project comes after Ranveer’s recent work in the Dhurandhar franchise and represents a move into a different genre. Instead of a conventional action setting, Pralay is built around a world where characters are fighting to survive amid a post-apocalyptic crisis.

For now, the leaked look has done exactly what early set footage often does—it has generated speculation without revealing the central story. Whether Ranveer’s character is a survivor, protector or something else will become clearer only when the filmmakers release more official information.