Hyderabad: Rohit Saraf is all set to make his Telugu cinema debut with Mahakali, the latest project from filmmaker Prashanth Varma. The actor confirmed the news through a social media post, expressing excitement and pride about joining the ambitious mythological superhero universe.
The film, which is being promoted as India’s first female-led superhero movie, is part of Prashanth Varma’s expanding cinematic universe following the blockbuster success of HanuMan.
Set against the cultural backdrop of Bengal, Mahakali aims to present a bold and modern interpretation of Goddess Kali while focusing on themes of empowerment, faith and resilience.
Rohit Saraf shares excitement about Telugu debut
Rohit Saraf announced his involvement in the project through Instagram, where he shared a photograph posing with the film’s poster.
Expressing his enthusiasm, the actor said he was “very proud to step into the world of Mahakali,” adding that the opportunity was something he had never imagined.
The announcement quickly generated excitement among fans, especially as this marks Rohit’s first major venture into Telugu cinema after building popularity through Hindi films and streaming projects.
Rohit has earned recognition for performances in projects such as Hichki, The Sky Is Pink and Mismatched.
He was also recently seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari alongside Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Sanya Malhotra.
Mahakali positioned as female-led superhero film
Mahakali has already generated strong anticipation because of its unique concept and mythological setting.
The film stars Bhoomi Shetty in the lead role and is being described as one of the strongest characters within Prashanth Varma’s cinematic universe.
According to the makers, the movie seeks to challenge conventional beauty standards in Indian cinema by featuring a dark-skinned female lead portraying a powerful version of Goddess Kali.
The story is rooted in Bengal’s traditions and culture while blending mythology with superhero storytelling.
Akshaye Khanna to play antagonist
The film also features Akshaye Khanna in a major role as the antagonist Shukracharya.
His addition to the cast has further increased excitement surrounding the project, especially among audiences interested in mythological fantasy films.
Earlier, Prashanth Varma described Mahakali as “an epic journey of empowerment, faith and resilience inspired by the fierce and compassionate nature of Goddess Kali.”
He also stated that the project represents a movement toward inclusivity and stronger representation in mainstream Indian cinema.
Strong technical team behind the project
While the story has been written by Prashanth Varma, the film is being directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru.
The music for the film is being composed by Smaran Sai, while Sri Nagendra Tangala is serving as the production designer.
Industry observers believe Mahakali could become an important addition to the growing superhero genre in Indian cinema, especially with its focus on mythology and female-led storytelling.
With Rohit Saraf now officially joining the cast, anticipation surrounding the film has increased further among fans across both Hindi and Telugu audiences.