Telugu Cinema has always been known to follow trends in filmmaking, and the latest trend is no exception. Following the success of films like Kalki and HanuMan, many filmmakers are now looking to Mahabharat and Ramayana for inspiration for their big Pan-India dreams. The proven stories from these epic literary marvels have great legacy and universal appeal, making them an attractive choice for filmmakers. As a result, many are trying to find unique tales from these stories to adapt into films.
Prashanth Varma, who made HanuMan, is said to be developing a script based on Bakasura's story from Mahabharata. The big demon's story has the potential to be pitched to big stars like Prabhas. On the other hand, there are reports about several directors planning to make their versions of Mahabharat in entirety. While some projects, like Mohanlal's version of Mahabharat from Bheem's point of view, have been dropped due to budget constraints, others, like Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana with Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, are moving forward.
The Pan-India trend is expected to encourage many more directors to look at entire connecting with mythology in some way. While some films, like Prabhas' Adipurush based on Ramayana, have been huge disasters, others, like Kalki and HanuMan, have been successful. It remains to be seen how long this trend will continue and which films will be successful in captivating audiences.
Now, the much awaited SSR X SSMB film also sais to have a mythological connection with Kashi being played a crucial part in the film. As Tollywood continues to explore mythology-inspired films, it will be interesting to see which stories and adaptations resonate with audiences. With the success of films like Kalki and HanuMan, it's clear that there is a demand for mythology-inspired content.