SPOTLIGHT
SPIES! ACTION! BETRAYAL!
Citadel: Honey Bunny premieres on November 7 on Prime Video.
Citadel: Honey Bunny starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha in the lead and the ever-so-versatile Kay Kay Menon, along with an exciting ensemble cast that includes Simran, Saqib Saleem, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar and Kashvi Majmundar, premieres on November 7 on Prime Video.
Born from the world of Citadel , the spy thriller set against the vibrant tapestry of the 90s is directed by Raj & DK (The Family Man, Farzi, Guns & Gulaabs and the blockbuster film, Stree).
It features explosive action, high-octane stunts, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. When stuntman Bunny (Varun Dhawan) recruits struggling actress Honey (Samantha) for a side gig, they are hurled into a high-stakes world of action, espionage, and betrayal. Years later, as their dangerous past catches up, the estranged Honey and Bunny must reunite and fight to protect their young daughter Nadia.
“Bunny is unlike any role I’ve played before,” said Varun Dhawan. “As a spy, he not only leads a double life, but every aspect of his personality has two distinct sides, which was very exciting for me as an actor. Intricately woven into the storyline, his portrayal required me to draw on a blend of experiences and characters I’ve embodied over the years, as well as mentally and physically prepare for the gruelling stunts and amped-up action scenes, making it one of my most challenging performances yet. ”
Varun Dhawan and Samantha play lead roles in Citadel: Honey Bunny.
Samantha said, “The opportunity to be part of an action-packed entertainer with a gripping storyline, rich character depth, and intense hand-to-hand combats and stunts that rival international standards, along with the prospect to play an integral role in this collection of connected spy stories, is what drew me to this project. The challenges and efforts required to bring Honey to life have left a profound impact on me, both professionally and personally, making it one of the most significant roles of my career. I’m confident that the audience will thoroughly enjoy this series, not just in India but across the many countries and territories where it streams on Prime Video.”
The first season of Citadel, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas alongside Stanley Tucci and Lesley Manville, premiered to global success in 2023, becoming Prime Video’s second most-watched new original series outside the US. and fourth most-watched worldwide, after 24 Days.