“Ranabaali” Glimpse Unleashed: Vijay Deverakonda–Rashmika Mandanna Reunite for a Fierce Period Epic, Release Set for September 11, 2026

The makers of “Ranabaali” have unveiled a power-packed glimpse from the much-awaited VD14, officially announcing the film’s title and release date on Republic Day. Headlined by Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, the film is directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced on a lavish scale by Mythri Movie Makers, with T-Series presenting. The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on September 11, 2026.

The newly released glimpse sets a grim, stirring tone, opening with harrowing visuals that depict the brutal realities of British colonial rule. Through a forceful narrative, the film sheds light on systemic exploitation and engineered droughts under colonial administrators, evoking a sense of injustice and suppressed history. The voiceover frames the era as one of economic plunder and human suffering, aiming to provoke reflection as much as awe.

At the heart of the film is Ranabaali, portrayed by Vijay Deverakonda in a dramatically transformed avatar—rugged, intense, and commanding. His presence signals a character forged by rage and resistance. Rashmika Mandanna appears as Jayamma, bringing emotional weight to the narrative. Adding to the gravitas, international actor Arnold Vosloo plays the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector, a colonial officer whose cruelty anchors the conflict. One striking visual—Ranabaali dragging a British official along railway tracks while mounted on a horse—has already become a major talking point.

Mounted as a period action drama, Ranabaali draws inspiration from real incidents between the mid-to-late 19th century—events often misrepresented or erased from mainstream accounts. Importantly, the film is not a biopic nor a textbook retelling; instead, it is a cinematic reconstruction woven from multiple historical records, oral histories, and overlooked narratives, aiming to reclaim voices long silenced.

The project also marks notable creative reunions: Vijay Deverakonda teams up again with Mythri Movie Makers after earlier successes, reunites with Rahul Sankrityan following Taxiwaala, and shares the screen once more with Rashmika Mandanna after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade. With its ambitious scale, historical grounding, and bold storytelling, Ranabaali is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated pan-India releases of 2026.