EXCLUSIVE: Allu Arjun In Talks With Basil Joseph To Play Shaktimaan; Here’s The Latest Update

After years of speculation and anticipation, the beloved Indian superhero Shaktimaan is all set for a grand revival on the big screen this time, with pan-India superstar Allu Arjun donning the cape. Shaktimaan is officially back on track and promises a visual spectacle rooted in Indian mythology and modern superhero storytelling.

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According to Bollywood Bubble sources, “The much ambitious Shaktimaan is now to be revived with Allu Arjun. Adding to the excitement, Basil Joseph, who impressed audiences and critics alike with the Malayalam superhero film Minnal Murali, has been roped in to direct the mega venture. He is in talks with Allu Arjun to play Shaktimaan. The much-talked-about project, backed by Sony Pictures. The team aims to honour the nostalgic essence of the original TV series while reimagining it with cutting-edge technology and a gripping narrative.”

The source further added, “Two big international studios set to collaborate with Geetha Arts, with stakeholders from four different industries backing the project.”

This could be AA23 or AA24. As besides this Allu has been locked to play the lead role in Dil Raju’s production – While this will take time, but it is believed that this film will mark Allu’s first collaboration with Prashanth Neel. The film will mark a milestone in Allu Arjun’s career, potentially being his 23rd or 24th film.

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However, earlier there were reports of Ranveer Singh being the part of the project, but no official announcement has been made.

Known for blending strong emotional arcs with thrilling action, Basil’s vision is expected to bring a fresh, grounded yet globally appealing take to Shaktimaan.

After the massive success of Pushpa 2, Allu has become a household name across India, and Shaktimaan could further cement his pan-India appeal. With a powerhouse combination of a beloved hero, a visionary director, and a global studio, Shaktimaan is gearing up to be India’s next big superhero moment.

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