Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ketan Mehta, two of the most influential creative forces in Indian cinema, have come together to tell an important story from India’s spiritual history. Bhansali has announced an upcoming seminal story of Indian civilization titled Jai SomnathIn collaboration with acclaimed director Ketan Mehta. It marks an interesting partnership between two of the most powerful creative voices of Indian cinema.
The first poster of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ketan Mehta’s film Jai Somnath was released on Maha Shivratri.
Jai Somnath Its roots go back to 1025-1026 BC. When Mahmud of Ghazni attacked and looted the Somnath temple in Gujarat, it is a defining chapter in Indian history. This year marks 1000 years of the Ghazni attack and the destruction of the temple and its subsequent resurrection.
Somnath is a symbol of the indestructible spirit of India and the pride of Indian civilization. Given the deep emotional and cultural significance of this chapter, the film aims to strike a strong chord with the audience as it revisits an important moment from India’s past.
what makes Jai Somnath What is even more significant is the collaboration between iconic storyteller Sanjay Leela Bhansali, known for grand world-building and larger-than-life cinema, and director Ketan Mehta, known for bold storytelling, historical narratives and socially relevant cinema with international appeal. The film brings together historical depth and cinematic scale. Since both the filmmakers are from Gujarat, the project is also expected to bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
Jai Somnath It will be produced under the banner of Bhansali Productions and Maya Movies, with Ketan Mehta serving as writer and director. This film is scheduled to release in 2027.
