Prabhas’ much-awaited film with Sita Ramam directorial Hanu Raghavapudi is making headlines for its release date. It is rumored to be titled Fauji and the large-scale film will be set in the pre-independence era. Although the producers have kept all the major details under wraps, it is reported that Fauji is eyeing a theatrical release on Independence Day weekend 2026. As per the latest reports, the Prabhas-Hanu Raghavapudi film is slated to release on Friday, August 14, 2026. However, an official confirmation on the same is still awaited.
Prabhas still has 35 days to shoot for Hanu Raghavapudi film
The historical drama is reportedly in full production, with around 60 percent of filming already completed. The production is progressing steadily towards completion and Prabhas has completed most of his plays. He only has 35 days of filming left before his entire schedule is finished.
The film marks Imanvi’s acting debut as the female lead opposite Baahubali actioner. The supporting cast also includes some of the prominent names of the Hindi film industry: Mithun Chakraborty, Jayaprada, Anupam Kher and others. According to a Times of India report, Disha Patani is also being considered for a crucial role in Fauji, who previously worked with Prabhas in Kalki 2898 AD.
Fauji will be made on a massive budget of Rs 400 crore
Fauji came together with a massive budget of Rs 400 crore, according to Telugu 360. Mythri Movie Makers, best known for the Pushpa franchise, is backing the project. Vishal Chandrashekhar of Sita Ramam fame is the music composer. While the project is currently in production, the creators are also considering the possibility of turning it into a franchise by exploring its prequel. However, this is a very early idea and will become a reality if the upcoming film strikes the right chord with cinema audiences.
Before Fauji, Prabhas will be seen in The Raja Saab directed by Maruthi, slated for release on Sankranthi 2026. Interestingly, Prabhas does not have a release this year. He is all set to start shooting for Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit soon. The Telugu superstar also has Kalki 2898 AD sequel, Salaar 2, and a film with Prasanth Varma in the pipeline.
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