After the success of stalwart And extreme revengeArjun Rampal is gearing up for his next major project, an upcoming OTT series titled Billionaire. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta, the show has already created a lot of curiosity, especially about the character that Rampal will be playing.
Arjun Rampal starrer Billionaire sparks speculation: Is he playing Vijay Mallya or Lalit Modi in Hansal Mehta’s next?
Presented as an intense and layered story about a powerful business tycoon, Billionaire is expected to explore themes of ambition, influence and the price of success. While the producers have remained tight-lipped about specific plot details, the premise alone has led to widespread speculation about whether the narrative takes inspiration from real-life figures.
Vijay Mallya’s name is also included in the names which are being discussed again and again. Known for his lavish lifestyle and once dubbed the “King of Good Times”, Mallya’s rise in the business world and his subsequent controversies make his story a fascinating reference point for a screen adaptation. His journey – from building a vast empire to facing legal and financial troubles – presents the kind of dramatic tale often seen in high-end storytelling.
Another personality who has joined the conversation is former IPL chairman Lalit Modi, who is credited with turning cricket into a global entertainment spectacle. His role in shaping the league and the controversies that followed have made him the subject of public intrigue, leading to speculation that the billionaire may incorporate elements reminiscent of his life, particularly the world of power dynamics and boardroom conflict.
At the same time, industry conversations suggest that the series may not directly depict any one person. Instead, it may blend characteristics of several real-life figures to create a fictional but recognizable tycoon. This approach will allow producers to explore complex subjects while maintaining creative flexibility.
For Hansal Mehta, Billionaire seems to be a natural progression, given his track record of delivering critically acclaimed, reality-driven dramas, including his widely acclaimed Scam series. His storytelling style, which is often based on real events and layered characters, has raised expectations for this new venture.
The series is co-directed by Robbie Grewal and written by Anubhav Chopra and Shantanu Sagar. It is being produced by Prabhleen Sandhu under the banner Almighty Motion Pictures and will be released on Amazon MX Player as part of its expanded slate of original content.
Although official details about the story have been kept under wraps, ongoing speculation has further heightened the anticipation. Whether Arjun Rampal’s character is inspired by Vijay Mallya, Lalit Modi, or is a mix of multiple personalities, Billionaire has already established itself as one of the most talked-about upcoming series in the OTT space.
