Updated On: 07 January, 2026 07:39 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Director Kushagra Sharma on how he got Nawazuddin Siddiqui in his debut project, Faraar, co-starring Mission Impossible fame, Ilia Volok. Kushagre got candid about working with Nawazuddin

Nawazuddin Siddiqui in Faraar
After making his mark with short films showcased at international festivals, filmmaker Kushagra Sharma is stepping into feature filmmaking with Faraar. The project marks his Hindi feature debut and brings together an eclectic cast, led by Nawazuddin Siddiqui, known for his ability to inhabit unconventional roles with striking depth.
The film brings Siddiqui in the role of a physics professor, continuing his long-standing screen reputation for portraying unique characters across varied subjects. The movie also features Hollywood actor Ilia Volok, of Mission Impossible — Ghost Protocol (2011) fame. Rest of the ensemble cast includes Nimisha Sajjan, Trisha, Parth Bhalerao, Vikram Kochhar, and Gavie Chahal.