5 Upcoming Indian Movies Inspired by Hindu Mythology
Upcoming Indian Movies Inspired by Hindu Mythology
– *Ramayana* (Nov 2026)
– *Mahavatar Narsimha* (Apr 2025)
– *Mahavatar* (Dec 2026)
– *Kantara 2* (Oct 2025)
– *Jai Hanuman* (Unannounced)
Indian mythology-based films continue to ignite creativity, drawing inspiration from ancient epics and tales of gods and goddesses. The stories from the *Mahabharata* on power struggles and the *Ramayana*’s teachings on righteousness remain key foundations for many popular mythological movies, even today. Genres such as romance, thriller, and science fiction highlight how these age-old tales are being reimagined to appeal to modern tastes while maintaining their captivating essence.
1. Ramayana
*Release Date: November 2026*
Nitesh Tiwari’s grand drama *Ramayana* will be split into two parts, releasing in 2026 and 2027. Sai Pallavi will portray Sita, Ranbir Kapoor will play Lord Ram, and Yash will take on the role of Ravana. As Lord Vishnu’s seventh avatar, Rama, the film will provide a fresh perspective on Vishnu’s miraculous incarnations.
*Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor’s *Ramayana*: Nitesh Tiwari’s Epic Saga Gets Official Release Date in Two Parts*
2. Mahavatar Narsimha
*Release Date: April 3, 2025*
Hombale Films and Kleem Productions are set to launch the *Mahavatar* series with *Mahavatar Narsimha*, which will bring to life Lord Vishnu’s ten avatars on the big screen. Directed by Ashwin Kumar, this film tells the tale of Bhakt Prahlad’s trust and hope, with Lord Vishnu’s Narsimha avatar—half-lion, half-man—defeating the demon king Hiranyakashipu.
3. Mahavatar
*Release Date: December 2026*
Vicky Kaushal stars as Chiranjeevi Parashurama, one of Lord Vishnu’s ten avatars, in the action-packed *Mahavatar*. This film combines ancient mythology with a modern narrative, showcasing Parashurama, a warrior and teacher who defeated all male Kshatriyas on Earth twenty-one times.
4. Kantara 2
*Release Date: October 2, 2025*
*Kantara 2* is being filmed near Kundapur for 60 days, with action sequences directed by Todor Lazarov, known for his work on *RRR*. The movie, set in the Banavasi Kadamba era, is being produced on a grand scale with a significant budget. Some of the song sequences will be filmed at a later date.
5. Jai Hanuman
*Release Date: Unannounced*
Rishab Shetty stars as the lead in *Jai Hanuman*, directed by Prasanth Varma. The first-look poster reveals Shetty dressed as Lord Hanuman, holding an idol of Lord Rama inside a temple. This film, a part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), follows the success of his previous movie, *Hanu-Man*.
These films are set to reimagine and bring to life timeless Hindu mythological stories for contemporary audiences.
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source : Jagran English