Arya's 'Mr X' first-look poster out; film 'explores the spy world', say makers

Director Manu Anand’s highly anticipated action thriller, Mr X, delves into the world of espionage and is inspired by true incidents, producer Lakshman Kumar recently disclosed.

On Saturday, the team unveiled the film's first look poster, featuring a stellar cast that includes Arya, Gautham Karthik, Manju Warrier, Sarathkumar, Anagha, Athulya, Raiza Wilson, and Kaali Venkat, among others.

Lakshman Kumar later said, Mr X is inspired by a number of true events, specifically five actual threats to the country that were foiled by the intelligence agencies.”

The film, which took over 100 days to shoot, was filmed across various locations in India including Rajasthan, Hosur, Chennai, Mysore, and Tuticorin. Some sequences were also shot in Azerbaijan after initial plans to film in Uganda were altered.

“The movie has shaped up really well, and we are expecting it to release within the next two months,” the producer added.

Directed by Manu Anand, known for his successful film FIR, Mr X features music by Dhibu Ninan Thomas and cinematography by Arul Vincent.

Manu Anand also shared the first look poster on social media, writing, “With all humility and gratitude in the world, here is the first official poster of Mr X. The game begins. #MrX - Teaser from TODAY.”

The film’s editing is by Prasanna G K, stunts are choreographed by Stunt Silva, and art direction is by Indulal Kaveed. Produced by Vineet Jain and S Lakshman Kumar, with co-production by A Venkatesh, Mr X is set to excite audiences with its gripping action sequences and espionage-driven storyline.