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Lawrence Embodies Warrior Karna in Rs 150 Crore Epic
22 Sep
Summary
- Raghava Lawrence stars as the warrior Karna in an upcoming mythological epic.
- The film 'Mahaveer Karna' is reportedly budgeted at Rs 150 crore.
- It is planned as a five-language theatrical release, hitting screens December 4, 2026.

Actor Raghava Lawrence will embody the legendary warrior Karna in the upcoming epic, 'Mahaveer Karna'. Directed by Ramesh Varma, this film marks Lawrence's significant debut in the mythology genre, a departure from his typical action roles. The first-look poster, released on Tuesday, showcases Lawrence in this new avatar.
Mounted on a substantial Rs 150 crore budget, 'Mahaveer Karna' is envisioned as a grand spectacle across five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. The film aims to bring Karna's era, his battles, and his complex character, known for loyalty and generosity, to life on a large scale.
This hybrid live-action epic utilizes extensive visual effects to recreate Karna's world. With a targeted worldwide pan-India theatrical release on December 4, 2026, the film promises an ambitious cinematic experience for audiences.