The long wait is over for Nagarjuna’s 100th film. On the actor’s 67th birthday, the makers officially unveiled both the title and the first glimpse of the project, previously known only by its tentative name, ‘King100’ which, as it turns out, is also its official title. Directed by Tamil filmmaker Ra Karthik, the film marks a significant milestone in Nagarjuna’s career.
Inside the ‘King100’ teaser
The one-minute-twenty-second teaser opens with Nagarjuna behind the wheel of a stylish car, exuding effortless charisma as he whistles his way through the frame. From there, the visuals shift to symbols of power and wealth — money, gold and horse racing hinting at a character who commands a vast empire. Interspersed throughout are sequences suggesting authorities are working against him, adding a layer of political tension to the narrative.In one of the teaser’s more striking moments, Nagarjuna is shown playing the piano while surveying his empire, delivering a sharp line that captures the film’s central theme: “There are two types of people — the ones with money and the ones without money. When I had no money, they called me a loser. When I have money, they call me the king. This identity is more powerful than money. To maintain that identity, I have to keep running.”
A rags-to-riches story with political undertones
The teaser strongly hints at Nagarjuna’s character being tied to a position of significant authority, with glimpses of riots and chaos woven into the narrative. Combined with a background score that amplifies the film’s larger-than-life tone, ‘King100’ appears to be shaping up as an action thriller layered with political drama, tracing a journey from nothing to absolute power. The teaser closes on an emotional note, showing Nagarjuna cradling a newborn child amid the aftermath of a fire — a moment that adds unexpected emotional weight to the otherwise high-octane preview.
Cast and crew details
Alongside Nagarjuna, the film features Tabu in a significant role, reportedly playing a negative character, a casting choice that has already added to the intrigue around the project. The music is composed by Devi Sri Prasad, whose score is expected to further elevate the film’s grand, larger-than-life tone.The unveiling of ‘King100’s title and teaser coincides with Nagarjuna’s 67th birthday, marking a fitting celebration of both the actor’s milestone film and his enduring legacy in Indian cinema.
