Saros Star Rahul Kohli Discusses PlayStation Game and Returnal Connection
Originally published May 1, 2026
By Jennifer Maas · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 1, 2026
Key points
- Saros is a new PlayStation title by Housemarque, known for its bullet-hell gameplay.
- Rahul Kohli plays the lead role of Arjun Devraj, a Soltari enforcer on the planet Carcosa.
- Kohli re-recorded his dialogue after realizing his initial performance didn't fit the game's genre.
- The game is considered a spiritual successor to Housemarque's 2021 title, Returnal.
- Players have noted the game's challenging environment and intense action.
PlayStation's latest AAA title, 'Saros,' has received positive reviews since its release. The game follows Arjun Devraj, a Soltari enforcer played by Rahul Kohli, as he explores the mysterious planet Carcosa. Described as a spiritual successor to 'Returnal,' 'Saros' is known for its intense bullet-hell gameplay. Kohli, a self-proclaimed gamer, initially performed his role with a grounded approach but later felt it didn't align with the game's genre. He approached the creative team to re-record his dialogue, aiming to better match the game's tone and expectations of Housemarque fans.
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