Prasanth Varma on Bollywood stars in Jai Hanuman

Prasanth Varma on Bollywood stars in Jai Hanuman. Prasanth Varma Expands "Hanuman" Universe: Bollywood Stars and Ambitious Plans for "Jai Hanuman" and "Adhira".

Following the phenomenal success of "Hanu-Man," filmmaker Prasanth Varma is taking his cinematic universe to new heights. With two announced projects, "Jai Hanuman" and "Adhira," Varma is aiming for a multi-film saga that will not only feature prominent Telugu actors but also welcome Bollywood stars.

"There are a few actors I have met and exchanged ideas with, but it will take time," Prasanth Varma reveals. "Some actors from Bollywood will definitely be a part of the universe we are building, but it’s still in a very early stage."

While the initial release date for "Jai Hanuman" was January 2025, the overwhelming success of "Hanu-Man" has changed the game. "Had 'Hanu-Man' made only 100 crores, we would have been finishing 'Jai Hanuman' by now," Varma explains. "But since the film earned way more than that, our responsibility has also increased."

The director is committed to exceeding expectations, stating, "We are doing a lot of prep and have worked a lot on the script. We are making sure that whatever you would expect Hanuman ji to do, we have that in the film. All the things you’d want to see him do on screen, we have included them in the story."

Prasanth Varma confirms that "Adhira" will precede "Jai Hanuman" in the release schedule. He also mentions two additional films in development, with shooting slated to begin this month. "We are aiming to release at least one or two films every year," he declares, hinting at an ambitious and ongoing expansion of the "Hanuman" universe.