The wait is over! In what is expected to be one of the biggest films to come out of India, Jr NTR’s first look as Bheem from SS Rajamouli's RRR is now out. The actor was revealed as the "mighty Bheem" by his RRR co-star Ram Charan. RRR based on the fictional story of two revolutionaries from pre-independence era, set in 1920.  

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In this film, Jr NTR features as revolutionary tribal leader Komaram Bheem while Ram Charan has been cast as revolutionary Alluri Sitarama Raju. Actors Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn are also part of the main cast. 

"Bheem ke baare mein batane ke liye hamare Ramaraju se behtar aur kaun ho sakta hai? Introducing our Bheem to you all," the actors tweeted, while unveiling Jr NTR’s look.  

The best tweet, however, came from Ram Charan.  "Finally, here's the mighty Bheem! A befitting return gift to you my dear brother," he said.  

In the teaser, Bheem is portrayed as a larger than life character with extraordinary physical strength. Bheem has a special connect with the forces of nature and his courage knows no bounds. The teaser ends on a cliff-hanging note, keeping the mystery alive, which is SS Rajamouli's signature move. 

The details are the film have been kept secret. But, Ajay Devgn will reportedly play onscreen mentor to Ram Charan and Jr NTR's characters. Alia has been roped in to play the role of Sita, Ramaraju's love interest. The film is tipped to be one of the most expensive ones to come out of India. It follows Rajamouli’s highly successful films – Bhaubali and Bahubali 2.  

RRR is expected to hit screens on January 8, 2021. However, it will be interesting to see if there is a delay in release because of the COVID-19 situation.