Prime Video has unveiled a new trailer for “Citadel: Honey Bunny,” the Indian installment of the “Citadel” franchise. Varun Dhawan and Samantha star in the lead roles.
The series born from the world of “Citadel” is directed by Raj & DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K.) and written by Sita R. Menon, along with Raj & DK.
It is produced by D2R Films, Amazon MGM Studios, and executive produced by the Russo Brothers‘ AGBO.
Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot, and Scott Nemes from AGBO, alongside David Weil (“Hunters”), executive produce “Citadel: Honey Bunny” and all the series within the world of “Citadel”. Midnight Radio is also an executive producer.
The ensemble cast includes Kay Kay Menon, Simran, Saqib Saleem, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar, and Kashvi Majmundar.
“Citadel: Honey Bunny” is described as blending elements of a spy action thriller with a love story, set against a 1990s backdrop.
The fictional series will take the audience back to the genesis of this international clandestine spy-agency, delving further into its foundation, activities, influence, and rise in the distinctive and sensational signature of Raj & DK that the audience has come to love, enjoy, and admire.
Samantha previously starred in Season 2 of Raj & DK’s Prime Video series “The Family Man,” while Menon played a crucial role in their “Farzi,” also a Prime Video series.
“Citadel: Honey Bunny” follows the Italian series “Citadel: Diana” (premiered Oct. 10) in the “Citadel” universe.
The original “Citadel” series, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, premiered in 2023. A second season of the series is set to begin production this year, with Joe Russo directing.
“Citadel: Honey Bunny” is set to premiere on Prime Video on November 7.