Updated On: 26 May, 2021 08:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR
`Antim` director Mahesh Manjrekar defers poster launch and October release of Salman Khan-starrer due to prevailing uncertainty; wants sufficient gap between Radhe and actioner

Salman Khan and Aayush Sharma in Antim: The Final Truth
Salman Khan wrapped up the shoot of `Antim: The Final Truth` in February, eight months ahead of its originally planned October release. But now, a long wait lies ahead of Khan before the Hindi adaptation of the Marathi hit, `Mulshi Pattern` (2018), can enjoy a theatrical run. It is heard that the release of the Mahesh Manjrekar-directed film has been deferred due to the prevailing situation. The superstar-director duo intended to kick off the promotions with the launch of two posters, which has been held off.
“Salman is emotionally invested in `Antim` as it’s an important film for brother-in-law Aayush Sharma, who plays the gangster to the superstar’s Sikh cop. While a teaser and Aayush’s look were unveiled in February, the makers were about to launch the first poster in March-end, announcing its October release. However, with the second wave of the pandemic taking over the country, they thought it best to wait it out,” reveals a source from the creative team.