Today, one of the much-anticipated character posters from S S Rajamouli’s upcoming film has been released, featuring Prithviraj as Kumbha.
While some fans praised Prithviraj’s commanding presence and Rajamouli’s bold vision, others felt the look resembled Spider-Man’s Doctor Octopus or Suriya's 24 or Vivek Oberoi’s Krrish 3 character.
The comparisons quickly turned into memes, flooding social media with playful takes on the reveal.
However, Rajamouli adds his own twist, metallic antenna-like extensions resembling the high-tech designs seen in Kalki 2898 AD.
Interestingly, these mechanical appendages bring to mind Doctor Octopus from Spider-Man, merging the feel of science fiction with mythic grandeur.
Rajamouli’s penchant for drawing inspiration from diverse sources is evident once ag

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