Rishab Shetty and Prashanth Varma performed a grand muhurat puja at Anjanadri Betta, Hampi, to launch Jai Hanuman. The film, produced by T-Series and Mythri Movie Makers, promises a large-scale mythological spectacle with Shetty portraying Lord Hanuman, directed by Varma, and featuring expansive cinematic vision.
The upcoming film Jai Hanuman has officially commenced its journey with a sacred puja ceremony at Anjanadri Betta in Hampi, a site revered as the birthplace of Lord Hanuman. Actor Rishab Shetty, who will essay the role of Lord Hanuman, joined director Prashanth Varma and the production team in performing the rituals, symbolizing the spiritual and cultural significance of the project.
The event was attended by key members of the film’s creative and production teams, including producers Bhushan Kumar of T-Series and Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers. The collaboration signals a landmark effort to bring mythological storytelling to a pan-Indian audience with grandeur and authenticity.
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The muhurat puja was held on February 22, 2026, at Anjanadri Betta, Hampi, a site traditionally associated with Hanuman’s birthplace.
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Rishab Shetty will portray Lord Hanuman in this ambitious mythological epic.
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Directed by Prashanth Varma, known for his innovative storytelling in Telugu cinema.
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Backed by T-Series and Mythri Movie Makers, ensuring large-scale production and nationwide reach.
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The film is envisioned as a cinematic tribute to Hanuman, blending devotion with high-end visual spectacle.
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Music is expected to be composed by M.M. Keeravani, adding further weight to the project’s cultural resonance.
The puja ceremony not only marked the beginning of filming but also set the tone for what is expected to be one of the most significant mythological films in Indian cinema. With Rishab Shetty’s rising stature after Kantara and Prashanth Varma’s creative vision, Jai Hanuman is positioned to capture both devotional fervor and cinematic excellence.
Sources: India Today, Mid-Day, Hindustan Times