Cannes Taking Indian cinema to the world stage, producer Vikram Reddy made a high-profile appearance at the Cannes Film Festival to unveil a one-of-a-kind cinematic book based on the upcoming socio-fantasy epic Vishwambhara, starring Megastar Chiranjeevi. With the film already generating national buzz, this international reveal has now pushed the project into global spotlight.
The exclusive book, unveiled during Vikram Reddy’s special presentation, offered a deep dive into the mystical world of Vishwambhara exploring its rich Indian mythological backdrop, visionary storytelling, and stunning cinematic universe. Reddy’s talk captivated audiences as he detailed the film’s scale, narrative ambition, and technological innovation.
Directed by Vassishta and bankrolled by UV Creations' Vikram, Vamsi, and Pramod, Vishwambhara is now in its final stages of post-production. Reddy revealed that 90% of the VFX work is already completed, thanks to partnerships with top Hollywood studios, making the visuals a major highlight of the film.
The team plans to launch a massive promotional campaign after post-production wraps, with an official release date announcement expected soon. The event’s most talked-about moment? The mysterious reveal of the Vishwambhara book sparking the trending question: Alongside Chiranjeevi, the film features Trisha Krishnan in the lead, with Ashika Ranganath playing a key role and Kunal Kapoor in a pivotal part.
The film also boasts:
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Music by Oscar winner MM Keeravani, with epic songs and a standout background score
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Cinematography by Chota K. Naidu, promising immersive visual storytelling
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Production design by AS Prakash, creating a richly detailed fantasy world
With Vishwambhara, Indian cinema is taking another bold step into the global fantasy genre. The presence at Cannes, combined with international VFX collaboration and mythological depth, signals an ambitious vision on par with global blockbusters. Whether it’s the cinematic scale, the mystery of the book, or the return of Chiranjeevi in a mythical avatar Vishwambhara is fast becoming one of the most anticipated Indian films of 2025.
