Hari Hara Veera Mallu is a grand Telugu-language period action epic starring Pawan Kalyan as the legendary outlaw Veera Mallu, set to release July 24, 2025—a date strategically chosen to tap into holiday momentum and fan sentiment.
⭐ Cast & Crew
- Pawan Kalyan as the outlaw hero Veera Mallu
- Bobby Deol as Mughal emperor Aurangzeb
- Leading ladies include Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri, and Nora Fatehi
- Supporting cast: Sathyaraj, Sunil, Subbaraju, Raghu Babu, Anupam Kher, Jisshu Sengupta
- Directors: Krish Jagarlamudi (initial) & A. M. Jyothi Krishna (final)
- Story & Dialogues: Krish & Sai Madhav Burra
- Music Composer: M. M. Keeravaani
- Cinematographers: Gnanashekar V. S. & Manoj Paramahamsa
- Editor: Praveen K. L.
- Production Designers & VFX Supervision: Thota Tharani, Ben Lock
- Producers: A. Dayakar Rao (Mega Surya Productions), A. M. Rathnam (Mega Surya & Sri Surya Team)
📝 Plot & Storyline
Set in 17th-century India, the film follows the valorous tale of Veera Mallu—a Robin Hood–like rebel who challenges Mughal tyranny. Tasked with a daring heist to steal the Koh-i-Noor diamond, he battles treacherous regimes and eventual redemption. This epic combines high-stakes action, political intrigue, rich mythology, and the hero’s moral journey.
🎬 Shooting Locations & Production
- Production spanned 2020–2025, with over four years of development
- Shot across Hyderabad, Mumbai, and elaborate period sets—complete with replicated Mughal forts and palaces
- A 41,000 sq ft grand fort set erected at Ramoji Film City, with a team of 900+ crew
- Technical delays from VFX complexities and Pawan Kalyan’s political commitments impacted schedule, but he reportedly returned ₹11 crore of his fee to ensure completion
- The production budget scaled significantly to cover visual effects, set grandeur, and star cast
🎞️ Trailer & First Look
- Teaser (May 2025): “Sword vs Spirit” clip introduced the fierce warrior hero vibe
- Official Trailer & Single “Asura Hananam” (May–June 2025): Grand visuals, intense background score by Keeravaani, and glimpses of Veera Mallu’s defiance
- Trailer received praise for its immersive period aesthetic and mass appeal, though final VFX quality is yet to be seen
📅 Release Date & Languages
- Theatrical Release: July 24, 2025, across Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam
- OTT Rights: Sold to Amazon Prime Video, streaming 6–8 weeks post theatrical run
- The chosen holiday release date resonates with nostalgic fans, coinciding with the spike in attendance of fan-favorite Tholi Prema back in 1998
💡 Interesting Info
- This marks one of Pawan Kalyan’s most ambitious projects, with pan-Indian production scale
- On-set camaraderie: Bobby Deol’s performance drew commendation from director C. J. Jyothi Krishna
- The film stands out in genre scope, combining historical fiction with action drama in Telugu cinema
- Early buzz on SSR Movies emphasizes its scale, Mughal-era authenticity, and strong fan anticipation
🌟 Why You Should Watch This Film?
A grand-scale period epic, this film marks a major milestone in Telugu and pan-Indian cinema. With its star-driven cast, massive production scope, layered storyline, and high-stakes placement in the holiday calendar, it’s set to be one of 2025’s most anticipated and impactful releases.
