Mahakali : From the world of Hanu-Man… the next force awakens

Mahakali : From the world of Hanu-Man… the next force awakens

RKD Studios and visionary filmmaker Prasanth Varma, the creative force who redefined the superhero genre with ‘Hanu-Man’, have taken everyone by surprise as they introduced the lead face of  'Mahakali'. The makers with the poster introduces Bhoomi Shetty as the main lead of ‘Mahakali’ and the look, revealed comes as a real surprise for audiences and sets the stage for the biggest cinematic spectacle of Indian cinema.

The film has already completed over 50% of its shoot and is presently being filmed on a grand set specially constructed in Hyderabad. While the film industry typically hesitates to invest in a non-star cast film, the makers have gone all-in with a reportedly massive production budget led by a newcomer. It has also been widely reported that several A-list actresses had expressed interest in portraying the superhero, but the makers remained firm in their vision to cast a fresh face — a dark-skinned girl who embodies the authenticity and essence of the story.

The first look of ‘Mahakali’ instantly commands attention with its divine intensity and haunting beauty. Bhoomi Shetty, who plays the titular character is drenched in shades of fiery red and deep gold, exudes a raw symbolizing power that mirrors the essence of the goddess herself. Adorned with traditional ornaments and sacred markings, her piercing gaze emanates both wrath and grace, symbolizing destruction and rebirth the eternal duality of Mahakali.

Speaking about the film, Prasanth Varma said,

“After ‘Hanu-Man’, I was drawn to explore the essence of divine feminine energy and what could be more fitting than ‘Mahakali’, a cosmic power deeply rooted in our Itihasa yet seldom portrayed with the grandeur it truly deserves. When we chose Bhoomi for the role, she committed herself completely, undergoing rigorous training to embody the immense strength and grace the character demands. There’s a rare intensity in her eyes that captures the very soul of ‘Mahakali’. This film will transform the way audiences perceive goddesses on screen.”

This poster firmly establishes ‘Mahakali’ as the next monumental chapter in Prasanth Varma’s ever-expanding Cinematic Universe that began with ‘HanuMan’. The tagline “From the Universe of HanuMan” not only teases narrative continuity but also promises a mythological crossover, building anticipation for India’s very own mythic superhero universe that’s both rooted in faith and crafted for the modern cinematic stage.