The upcoming film AA22xA6, a collaboration between Icon Star Allu Arjun and director Atlee, is generating buzz not just for its star-studded cast and unique concept, but also for its potential Hollywood connection. Tentatively titled AA22xA6, this sci-fi action movie is reportedly in talks with a major Hollywood studio for co-production, which could be a significant milestone in Indian cinema.
Discussions between the Hollywood studio and Sun Pictures, the production company, are reportedly in early stages. This collaboration aims to bring together the best of Hollywood and Bollywood talent. Allu Arjun has expressed his admiration for Atlee's vision, stating that they share a creative alignment and aim to deliver a visually spectacular, international-scale film rooted in Indian emotions.
In addition to the potential co-production deal, the team is planning to hire a USA-based creative agency to develop a marketing strategy targeting international audiences, signaling their intention to make the film a global success. This well-planned strategy could help AA22xA6 break into the global market.
The film has already roped in top Hollywood VFX teams, some of whom have worked on Marvel films, to handle the CGI work. Allu Arjun, Atlee, and Maran visited visual effects studios in Los Angeles to discuss the script with Hollywood VFX experts. Jos Fernandez, CEO and Art Director of Ironhead Studio, known for his work on Spider-Man: Homecoming, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, is part of the team. James Madigan, VFX Supervisor for films like GI Joe: Retaliation and Iron Man 2, has also joined the project.
AA22xA6 is described as a parallel-universe drama with a complex and layered story centered around four characters connected by a family tree. The cast includes Deepika Padukone as the female lead, along with Janhvi Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Bhagyashri Borse, and Mrunal Thakur in pivotal roles. Reportedly, Vijay Sethupathi has joined the cast for a cameo role and has already shot some scenes in Mumbai. While the filmmakers have not officially confirmed this, sources suggest that his role, though brief, will be pivotal to the storyline. Rashmika Mandanna, who previously starred with Allu Arjun in Pushpa, will reportedly play a darker character.
Atlee's vision for AA22xA6 is said to be different from his previous commercial projects, and fans anticipate that the film will elevate Indian cinema on the global stage. Allu Arjun confirmed his collaboration with Atlee at the WAVES Summit 2025, praising Atlee's vision and their shared creative alignment. He also acknowledged the influence of his family, particularly his uncle Chiranjeevi, on his career.
With its ambitious production plans, AA22xA6 is shaping up to be a highly anticipated film. The potential co-production deal with a Hollywood studio, combined with Atlee's direction and a star-studded cast, positions the film as a potential blockbuster.
