Indian Citadel Spin-Off Set for November Premiere

Citadel: Honey Bunny, the Indian drama series set in Anthony and Joe Russo’s Citadel universe, is set to premiere on Prime Video on November 7.

The series is directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK (Raj & DK) and produced by D2R Films and Amazon MGM Studios, with the Russo brothers’ AGBO executive producing. Varun Dhawan and Samantha lead the cast alongside Kay Kay Menon.

“The Indian series in the world of Citadel blends the charm of the ’90s with an immersive narrative and truly captivating performances by Samantha as Honey, Varun as Bunny, and the entire ensemble cast,” said Nikhil Madhok, head of originals at Prime Video in India. “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. The teeming excitement for the series has been palpable amongst super fans of Varun and Samantha and having them participate in this larger-than-life date reveal event is truly a memorable experience for everyone present.”

“Citadel: Honey Bunny is a swashbuckling blend of gritty, fast-paced action and compelling drama with exceptional performances. We are excited to introduce Varun as an edgy action hero, and Samantha has upped her action game to the next level,” Raj & DK added. “We are also thrilled to have joined with the powerhouse Kay Kay Menon once again and are lucky to have an incredible cast. Ever since the series was announced, we have received overwhelming support and anticipation from fans, and that has been truly gratifying. So, it is only natural that we include fans in our date reveal today. The response to the teaser has been very heartening and we believe it is a testament to the dedication of the entire team. We cannot wait for audiences across the world to enjoy one of our most ambitious projects yet!”