Rebel Star Prabhas continues his winning streak after Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD, teaming up with visionary filmmaker Hanu Raghavapudi for a monumental Pan-India war drama, tentatively titled #PrabhasHanu or ‘Fauji’. Backed by leading production giants Mythri Movie Makers in association with T-Series and presented by Gulshan Kumar and Bhushan Kumar, this grand spectacle promises to blend heroism, history, and human grit on an epic scale.
A Striking Concept Poster Sparks Hype
Unveiled on Diwali, the jaw-dropping concept poster immediately commanded attention. The artwork showcases an army of rifles positioned like a wall of firepower, symbolizing war and destruction, while at the center stands the silhouette of Prabhas, depicted as a lone soldier ready to face impossible odds. The Sanskrit verse inscribed on the poster — “He is the Partha who conquered the Padmavyuha” — draws inspiration from the Mahabharata, hinting at a story rooted in courage and destiny.
The Decryption Begins
As part of the campaign, the makers revealed the cryptic tagline “Decryption Begins on October 22”, teasing a major reveal ahead of Prabhas’s birthday (October 23). Fans are anticipating a title and first-look announcement, with massive celebrations already underway across fan clubs nationwide.
A Stellar Ensemble Cast
Joining Prabhas is a powerhouse lineup including Imanvi in her debut as the female lead, along with Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, Jaya Prada, and Bhanu Chandar in pivotal roles. This remarkable cast unites talent across generations — a reflection of the film’s grand, pan-Indian vision.sacnilk+1
The Vision Behind the Epic
Director Hanu Raghavapudi, acclaimed for Sita Ramam, brings his signature emotional storytelling to a wartime backdrop, drawing on pre-Independence themes of sacrifice, valor, and brotherhood. The film is said to explore how one soldier becomes a legend against overwhelming odds, blending period detailing with majestic scale.
Technical Excellence
The project boasts an elite technical team — Sudeep Chatterjee (ISC) as Director of Photography, Vishal Chandrasekhar composing a stirring score, and Anil Vilas Jadhav spearheading production design. Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao handles editing, with Prem Rakshit choreographing dynamic sequences. RC Kamalakannan leads the VFX department, ensuring breathtaking battle visuals.
Release and Expectations
Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar under Mythri Movie Makers, this large-scale period action film is expected to release on August 14, 2026, perfectly timed for the Independence Day weekend. The combination of Prabhas’s star power, Hanu’s creative storytelling, and Mythri’s production scale positions Fauji as one of the most anticipated Pan-India films of 2026.
With its Diwali concept poster dominating online trends and an October 22 decoding event on the way, #PrabhasHanu (Fauji) has set the tone for a massive cinematic event — an emotional war saga that fuses mythic valor with modern spectacle.
