Akshaye Khanna will mark his Telugu debut Akshaye Khanna’s first look as Asuraguru Shukracharya in Prasanth Varma’s Mahakali has taken social media by storm

Making his first Telugu appearance in Mahakali, Akshaye Khanna takes on the powerful role of Shukracharya in Prasanth Varma’s universe.

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The first look of ‘Mahakali’ with intense visuals and mythological background has created strong curiosity among movie-goers. The ambitious film, backed by RKD Studios, has also caught the attention of several leading names from Indian cinema. Among the latest to react are Prabhas and Rishabh Shetty, who have praised the glimpse while highlighting Akshaye Khanna and Sriya Reddy’s powerful screen presence.Prabhas hails Akshaye Khanna’s powerful performance in ‘Mahakali’Prabhas shared the Mahakali glimpse on social media and congratulated director Prasanth Varma and the entire team.

Prasanth Varma has unveiled the first major glimpse of Mahakali, and it introduces Akshaye Khanna in a striking new avatar. Titled Mahakali Shukracharyas War Cry, the intense promo presents Khanna as Shukracharya, the powerful Asura guru from Indian mythology, and signals another ambitious chapter in the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe. The glimpse comes with the dramatic tagline “THE END BEGINS” and a January 8, 2027 date, immediately suggesting that Mahakali could have much larger implications for the expanding cinematic universe. The promotional material focuses heavily on atmosphere, mythology and character, with Akshaye Khanna undergoing a striking transformation for the role.

Prasanth Varma’s mythological superhero universe is expanding with ‘Mahakali’. The makers have unveiled the first glimpse of the film, featuring Akshaye Khanna as Shukracharya, who calls for war. Starring Bhoomi Shetty in the lead, the film is one of the upcoming Telugu projects to watch out for. As the makers announced the film’s theatrical release date, its OTT details are also here.

Mumbai, Aug 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Basking in the success of 'Hanu-Man', filmmaker Prasanth Varma is gearing up to bring the next part of his cinematic Universe on screen with 'Mahakali'. Adding to the hype for the already awaited mythological drama, the makers will be unveiling the initial glimpse of Akshaye as Shukracharya on August 24. On Wednesday, RKD Studios shared on their official Instagram handle, “24th August - The End Begins (sic)". If the cryptic post is any hint, the makers plan to give the movie buffs an insight into Akshaye’s unrecognisable avatar as Shukracharya.

The Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe is getting ready to enter another intriguing chapter with Mahakali, and the makers have now locked a date for the project's first glimpse. RKD Studios has announced that August 24 will mark “THE END BEGINS” for the upcoming mythological superhero film, promising fans a first look at a world that appears to be bigger, darker and deeply rooted in Indian mythology. The announcement has already created curiosity because of Akshaye Khanna's striking new avatar. The actor, who recently drew attention for his performance in Dhurandhar, will portray Shukracharya, the formidable guru of the asuras.

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Last updated:September 30, 2025, 13:34 IST In the Mahakali film, Akshaye Khanna has become the Asura Guru Shukracharya in Telugu cinema for the first time, this film of Prashant Verma Cinematic Universe will show the power of women superheroes. A new film is coming 'Mahakali', which is currently in discussion. This film is not only special for its story, but Bollywood's well-known actor Akshaye Khanna's first big entry in Telugu cinema is also seen.

The ever-expanding Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) has just made its boldest casting move yet—Akshaye Khanna has officially joined Mahakali, marking his much-awaited Telugu debut. Following his acclaimed performance in Dhurandhar, the versatile actor is set to portray Shukracharya, the powerful and enigmatic guru of the asuras, bringing a never-seen-before intensity to the mythological universe introduced in Hanu-Man.   The first-look poster instantly grabbed attention, showcasing Khanna in a fierce ascetic avatar—white hair flowing, eyes blazing with ancient wisdom, and a backdrop engulfed in flames and symbolic motifs.

Prasanth Varma has dropped the first-look poster of veteran actor Akshaye Khanna as the enigmatic Asuraguru Shukracharya in his highly anticipated upcoming film Mahakali. The poster, shared on X (formerly Twitter), introduces Khanna in a mystical and powerful avatar, with the caption: “In the shadows of gods, rose the brightest flame of rebellion. Presenting the eternal Asuraguru Shukracharya.” This announcement has stirred excitement as fans welcome Khanna into the evolving Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU).

Chennai, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Puja Kolluru's ‘Mahakali’ on Tuesday disclosed that Bollywood star Akshaye Khanna will be playing the character of Asura guru Shukracharya in the film and also released his look in the film. More importantly, the film is a part of director Prasanth Varma's Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) Sharing the first look of Akshaye Khanna's character in the film, director Prasanth Varma, who is the showrunner for this film, wrote, "In the shadows of gods, rose the brightest flame of rebellion.