The highly anticipated sequel to 2024’s surprise blockbuster HanuMan is assembling an impressive ensemble. The cast of Jai Hanuman film brings together talent from across Indian cinema for director Prasanth Varma’s ambitious mythological superhero saga, now slated for 2026.
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Meet the Powerhouse Cast
After HanuMan collected over ₹350 crore worldwide on a modest budget, expectations are sky-high for Jai Hanuman. Here’s the stellar lineup bringing this epic vision to life:
Cast of Jai Hanuman: Main Cast & Crew
| Role/Department | Artist |
|---|---|
| Lord Hanuman | Rishab Shetty |
| Lead Actor | Rana Daggubati |
| Supporting Lead | Teja Sajja |
| Female Lead | Amritha Aiyer |
| Supporting | Varalakshmi Sarathkumar |
| Director | Prasanth Varma |
| Music Director | Ojas |
| Producers | Naveen Yerneni, Y Ravi Shankar |
| Production Houses | Mythri Movie Makers, PVCU |
Why This Cast Excites Fans
Rishab Shetty as Lord Hanuman: Fresh off his National Award win for Kantara, the Kannada superstar takes on the titular divine role, promising a performance rooted in authenticity and spiritual depth.
Rana Daggubati’s Mystery Role: The Baahubali star joins the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), though his character details remain under wraps. Industry insiders hint at a pivotal antagonist or mentor figure.
Teja Sajja Returns: The original HanuMan protagonist reprises his role as the devotee who gained superpowers from Lord Hanuman’s sacred gem, continuing his heroic journey.
According to IMDb, the film promises to fulfill Hanuman’s ancient promise to Lord Ram, expanding the mythological universe Varma established in the first film.
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Production Challenges & Release Update
Originally scheduled for 2025, Jai Hanuman faced delays due to Rishab Shetty’s commitments to the Kantara prequel. The film is now targeting March 2026, with plans for an unprecedented IMAX 3D release—a first for the PVCU franchise.
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FAQs
Q: Who is playing Lord Hanuman in Jai Hanuman film?
A: National Award-winning actor Rishab Shetty has been cast as Lord Hanuman in Jai Hanuman, bringing his acclaimed performance skills to this divine role.
Q: When will Jai Hanuman release in theaters?
A: Jai Hanuman is scheduled for release on March 18, 2026, in IMAX 3D format across multiple languages including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada.
