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Kiran Abbavaram's Pan-India Epic Gets Director!
20 Jun
Summary
- Srikanth Puppala, known for Kantara: Chapter 1, will direct.
- Film aims for a global music score with Hollywood composers.
- Production begins October 2026, release slated for 2027.

Filmmaker Srikanth Puppala is stepping into the director's chair for his debut Pan-India project starring Kiran Abbavaram. Puppala's extensive experience includes working with notable directors and recently serving as Chief Associate on Kantara: Chapter 1. Prerna Arora and Zee Studios are producing this ambitious venture.
The film promises a large-scale spectacle with a narrative rooted in Indian spiritual mythology, enhanced by a mystical teaser poster. The production team is currently in discussions with Hollywood and Indian composers to create a globally appealing music score.
Co-produced by Keerthan, Umesh K. Bansal, and Prerna Arora, the film is scheduled to begin shooting in October 2026. It is slated for a 2027 release, marking a significant new project for Kiran Abbavaram and an exciting directorial debut for Srikanth Puppala.