Rajkummar Rao has announced his next film, 'Maalik,' on his 40th birthday, following the success of 'Stree 2.' Directed by Pulkit and produced by Kumar Taurani's Tips Films and Jay Shewakramani's Northern Lights Films, the action thriller features Rao in a new gangster role. The poster, which shows Rao holding a gun while standing on a police jeep, hints at an intense narrative. 'Stree 2,' Rao's recent film, has grossed over Rs 600 crore globally, making it one of Bollywood's highest-grossing films. The shooting for 'Maalik' has already begun, with extensive schedules planned across various locations in India. Fans and industry peers have expressed significant excitement for Rao's forthcoming projects.