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Allu Arjun’s Raaka Sets Guinness World Record with Motion Capture Feat

Allu Arjun and Atlee's Raaka sets a Guinness World Record by capturing 37 people in real time with motion capture, surpassing the previous record and making history for Indian cinema.

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Dumtika Editorial

September 21, 2026 · 1 min read

Allu Arjun’s Raaka Sets Guinness World Record with Motion Capture Feat

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Key Highlights

  • Raaka sets a Guinness World Record for real-time motion capture with 37 people.
  • Allu Arjun and Atlee received the Guinness World Records certificate.
  • The film features Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Mrunal Thakur, and Janhvi Kapoor.
  • Raaka is produced by Sun Pictures and has been in development for 18 years.

Allu Arjun and director Atlee’s ambitious project Raaka has made history by setting a Guinness World Record for its pioneering use of motion capture technology. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, recently unveiled a poster featuring the number '37', which sparked widespread speculation among fans and on social media about its significance.

The mystery was resolved on director Atlee’s birthday, when it was revealed that Raaka achieved a world record by capturing 37 people in real time using motion capture technology. This accomplishment surpasses the previous record of 19 people, marking a significant milestone not only for the film but also for Indian cinema’s technical prowess. Both Allu Arjun and Atlee were presented with the Guinness World Records certificate in recognition of this achievement.

Raaka brings together a star-studded cast, including Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Mrunal Thakur, and Janhvi Kapoor in pivotal roles. The film is being mounted on a grand scale, reflecting the scale of its technical ambitions. The production house, Sun Pictures, has invested heavily in the visual effects, aiming to set new benchmarks for Indian films.

A surprise poster for Raaka released earlier this month had already generated excitement, with fans speculating about a teaser or glimpse. The confirmation of the Guinness World Record has only intensified anticipation for the film’s release, with social media abuzz over this unprecedented achievement. Raaka’s journey, which has been in development for 18 years, now includes a place in the record books, further raising expectations for what the film will deliver.