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Vicky Kaushal's 'Mahavatar' Delayed Until 2027 Amid Production Hurdles
23 Oct
Summary
- 'Mahavatar' film starring Vicky Kaushal delayed from 2026 to 2027 release
- Director Amar Kaushik cites need for more time on set design, weapons, and characters
- Vicky Kaushal to join film's prep work after completing current project 'Love and War'
As of October 23rd, 2025, the release of the much-anticipated mythological film 'Mahavatar' has been delayed by a year. The film, which was initially slated to hit theaters in Christmas 2026, is now expected to release in 2027.
According to director Amar Kaushik, the delay is due to the extensive preparation required for a project of this magnitude. Kaushik revealed that the team has been working for the past six to seven months on various aspects of the film, including set design, weapon design, and character looks. While the scripting is complete, Kaushik stated that they still need more time to ensure everything is perfect.
Lead actor Vicky Kaushal, who is currently busy with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love and War', is expected to join the film's prep work once he wraps up his current commitments. Kaushik expressed hope that they will be able to go on floors by mid-next year.
Despite the delay, 2026 is shaping up to be an action-packed year for Indian cinema, with the release of the highly anticipated 'Ramayana' on Diwali. Vicky Kaushal's 'Love and War' is also slated to hit the big screen next year, joining the ranks of other major releases, including Hollywood blockbusters like 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
