SS Rajamouli’s Mahabharata Dream –
The celebrated director has long spoken about wanting to adapt the Mahabharata into a grand, multi-part film series. Given his mastery in cinematic storytelling—seen in blockbusters like Baahubali—this project could redefine Indian mythology on screen.
Nani's Role in the Epic –
Actor Nani is officially confirmed to be part of Rajamouli’s Mahabharata film. This marks one of the first casting announcements for what promises to be an ambitious project. Nani’s journey from indie films to massive blockbusters has been impressive.
A Decade-Long Endeavor –
Rajamouli envisions his Mahabharata adaptation as a project spanning nearly ten years! Considering the scale of his previous films, this timeframe suggests an unprecedented cinematic venture that could rival Hollywood’s biggest franchises.
The 'Rajamouli Moment' in HIT 3 –
The film HIT: The Third Case features a special scene inspired by SS Rajamouli. Nani and director Sailesh Kolanu deliberately crafted this “Rajamouli moment” to pay tribute to the filmmaker.
#HIT3 -
— MOHIT_R.C (@Mohit_RC_91) April 28, 2025
At the HIT 3 event,
The host asked the #SSMB29 director if he would reunite with Nani for his Mahabharata project.#SSRajamouli replied – "Definitely, #Nani will be part of my film based on Mahabharata." pic.twitter.com/vwWXOufKC1
Mahabharata’s Influence on Cinema –
The Indian epic has inspired numerous films, TV series, and even animated adaptations over the decades. Rajamouli’s project, however, aims to be the most ambitious cinematic version yet.
With a decade-long vision, epic storytelling, and Nani’s involvement, Rajamouli’s adaptation is set to be one of the most anticipated projects in Indian cinema. What do you think—does this sound like something you’d love to see?
