Salman Khan Is the Perfect Choice for Hindi ‘Daku Maharaj,’ Says Pragya Jaiswal

Mumbai: Actress Pragya Jaiswal recently shared her thoughts on who would be the perfect actor to play the notorious dacoit in the Hindi remake of her film Daku Maharaj. Without hesitation, Jaiswal named Salman Khan as her ideal choice for the role.

Pragya praised Salman’s action skills, particularly his expertise in horse-riding, which she believes would bring authenticity and energy to the character. “I think Salman Khan sir would make a great dacoit. There’s a lot of horse riding in the film, and he’s so good at it. He’d really bring the character to life,” she said.

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Pragya Jaiswal Opens Up About Her Role in “Daku Maharaj”

Jaiswal also reflected on her decision to take on the challenging role in Daku Maharaj. Initially, she was hesitant about portraying a character with intense and physically demanding scenes. “When I first met the director, he mentioned that I seemed hesitant about the role. I also learned during the look test that my character gets pregnant and faces some intense moments. Honestly, I was a bit scared at first,” she confessed.

However, she soon realized that the role was an incredible opportunity to step out of her comfort zone. “As an actor, I realized this was a great challenge, and it excited me. I’m so glad I took on the challenge,” Jaiswal added.

Overcoming Challenges in Intense Action Sequences

Pragya also shared insights into the demanding action sequences in the film. One particularly memorable scene features her character, Kaveri, who is pregnant, fighting to protect her village. “The action sequences were physically demanding. In one scene, my character has to fight to protect her village. It’s a powerful moment showing her strength and determination,” Jaiswal explained. She added that this scene stood out because it defies the typical portrayal of pregnant women in films, offering an empowering depiction of Kaveri putting aside personal needs to fight for a greater cause.

Daku Maharaj at the Box Office

Daku Maharaj also stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Urvashi Rautela, and Bobby Deol. Released on January 12, 2025, the film has been steadily approaching the Rs. 100 crore mark at the box office, further cementing its success.