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Akshaye Khanna Debuts as Shukracharya in Prasanth Varma's Mahakali
3 Oct
Summary
- Akshaye Khanna's first Telugu film role as Shukracharya
- Shukracharya is a mystic who shaped the destiny of gods and demons
- Mahakali marks the next chapter in Prasanth Varma's cinematic universe
On October 3rd, 2025, filmmaker Prasanth Varma, known for his previous work Hanu-Man, unveiled the first look of Akshaye Khanna's character in his upcoming Telugu film Mahakali. The film marks Khanna's debut in the Telugu cinema industry, as he transforms into the role of Shukracharya, a legendary mystic whose wisdom and influence shaped the destinies of both gods and demons in Hindu mythology.
Shukracharya is portrayed as a revered master of Sanatana Vidya, the keeper of the secretive Mrita-Sanjivani Mantra, which holds the power to restore life. The first-look visual captures Shukracharya standing tall before a colossal mountain fortress, exuding an aura of mysticism, power, and grandeur. Mahakali not only introduces this new character to the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) but also marks a significant milestone in Akshaye Khanna's acting career as he ventures into the Telugu film industry.
The unveiling of Khanna's first look on the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja has generated considerable excitement among fans and industry enthusiasts, who are eager to witness the actor's interpretation of the legendary Shukracharya and his role in the unfolding narrative of Mahakali.
