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Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘HHVM' clears censor with U/A certificate, set for grand release on July 24
The wait is nearly over for Power Star Pawan Kalyan fans as the much-anticipated period action epic Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit is all set to hit the big screens on July 24, 2025. The film has officially completed its censor formalities and received a U/A certification, with a crisp runtime of 2 hours and 42 minutes, promising an intense, tightly packed cinematic experience. Directed by Jyothi Krisna in collaboration with Krish Jagarlamudi, Hari Hara Veera Mallu is a visual spectacle set in the 17th-century Mughal era. The story revolves around Veera Mallu, a valiant outlaw played by Pawan Kalyan, who rises against imperial tyranny to uphold justice and dharma. The censor board is said to have been thoroughly impressed with the film's gripping narrative, powerful themes, and stunning visuals. The film features a star-studded cast, with Bobby Deol playing the antagonist and performances from Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri, and Nora Fatehi. Adding to the grandeur is the music score by Oscar-winning composer M.M. Keeravani, whose powerful background music promises to elevate the cinematic experience. Following the trailer launch, anticipation has reached fever pitch. Trade circles are already projecting massive opening numbers, both in India and overseas. In fact, advance bookings in the USA have begun on a strong note, hinting at an impressive global start. To fuel the excitement, the makers have scheduled a lavish pre-release event in Vizag on July 20, expected to draw huge crowds and generate further momentum ahead of the release. Produced by A Dayakar Rao under the Mega Surya Production banner and presented by AM Rathnam, the film is gearing up for a multi-language release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, aiming to leave a pan-Indian mark.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
HHVM director Jyothi Krisna emotional as Pawan Kalyan holds his daughter on her 1st birthday: ‘What a memory to have'
Hari Hara Veera Mallu director Jyothi Krisna posted a picture of Pawan Kalyan on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote an emotional note explaining why it's special. The filmmaker's daughter celebrates her first birthday on Thursday, and Pawan carrying her in the picture made Jyothi emotional. Here's what he said. Jyothi Krisna wrote a heartwarming note ahead of the release of Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Jyothi Krisna emotional over Pawan Kalyan carrying his baby Jyothi posted a picture on X with Pawan, his father and producer AM Rathnam and his wife. In the picture, Pawan can be seen all smiles as he poses for a picture with the family and the director's little one in his arms. Sharing it, he wrote, 'A picture I'll hold close to my heart forever. Not just a professional memory this was a moment of a lifetime….To stand next to our Hon'ble Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh Sri @PawanKalyan garu, as the director of #HariHaraVeeraMallu… it still feels unreal. A man who gave me not just one but countless reasons to be proud to be inspired and to believe in the power of cinema and conviction.' He also explained why the picture was all the more special for him, adding, 'And here's the part that makes it even more memorable :) My family was with me… and my daughter Ahana was right there too. Today is her first birthday. And what a memory to have from that day. Some photos become stories. This one became a blessing for me :) Grateful for moments like these…#HariHaraVeeraMallu.' About Hari Hara Veera Mallu Hari Hara Veera Mallu is directed by Krish. Jyothi took up the role after Krish walked out of the film due to significant delays. Apart from Pawan, Bobby Deol and Nidhhi Agerwal also play lead roles in it. The first part of the film, Sword vs Spirit, will be released in theatres on 24 July. Pawan also has Sujeeth's They Call Him OG and Harish Shankar's Ustaad Bhagat Singh lined up.
The Wire
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Wire
Hari Hara Veera Mallu is the Divine Fusion of Shiva and Vishnu: Jyothi Krisna on His Grand Saga of Sanatana Dharma
Dispelling long-standing rumours that Hari Hara Veera Mallu is based on a well-known folk legend, the makers have now unveiled a powerful truth — the film is not a retelling of an old tale, but a rich fictional saga deeply rooted in Sanatana Dharma, crafted for a new era of mythic storytelling. Director Jyothi Krisna, who took charge of the project midway, has reimagined the narrative entirely, injecting it with spiritual symbolism and cinematic might. 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu is not just a historical warrior — he is a divine manifestation, a fictional character inspired by the combined energies of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu,' shares Jyothi Krisna. 'We didn't just want to tell a story; we wanted to create a legacy. Veera Mallu is that bridge between Shaivism and Vaishnavism, like Ayyappa Swamy.' The title itself reveals the spiritual essence — Hari symbolizing Vishnu and Hara symbolizing Shiva. This duality is seamlessly translated on-screen through potent imagery: the eagle, symbolizing Garuda (Vishnu's vahana), soars as a silent sentinel, while the protagonist's Damarukam (Lord Shiva's drum) beats the rhythm of righteousness. Sources close to the film suggest the protagonist is a force born from both deities, destined to rise when Dharma is threatened. Veteran producer AM Rathnam, known for his grand cinematic vision, has backed the film with uncompromising scale and ambition. Without pre-selling the rights (barring overseas and Hindi), Rathnam made a calculated decision to let the visuals speak first — and it worked. The trailer release became an instant blockbuster online, drawing unprecedented attention and buzz. Distributors are now in a race, offering record-breaking sums to acquire rights. Rathnam's belief in the film's visual and spiritual power has paid off — and how. Hari Hara Veera Mallu is not just a film — it's a visual hymn to the eternal spirit of Dharma, a divine epic where mythology meets magnificence. Witness the rise of the divine protector. Hari Hara Veera Mallu — where cinema meets Sanatana. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with NRDPL and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
India Today
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer gets a thumbs-up from Pawan Kalyan. Watch
As the release date inches closer, the makers of Pawan Kalyan's 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu – Part 1' have kicked off full-fledged promotions, beginning with the trailer set to release on July 3, 2025. Adding to the buzz, actor and politician Pawan Kalyan, who plays the titular role, recently watched the trailer and appreciated director Jyothi Krisna for his efforts.A behind-the-scenes (BTS) video, shared by the team, shows the actor-politician watching the trailer. Sharing the moment on X, the makers wrote, 'That's a POWER PACKED VERDICT. The force behind the storm, @PawanKalyan has watched the trailer and even he couldn't hold back the excitement (Sic).'advertisementHere's the post: In the video, Pawan Kalyan is seen watching the trailer with keen interest and visible excitement, joined by director Trivikram Srinivas. His enthusiastic response has further heightened anticipation among fans ahead of the official trailer's the video: Set in the Mughal era, the film will feature Pawan Kalyan as a rebellious warrior. Action sequences are said to be a key highlight of this period epic. Initially helmed by Krish Jagarlamudi, the project later came under the direction of Jyothi Krisna, son of producer AM reportedly being postponed nearly ten times, 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' is finally set to hit theatres on July 24, 2025. The film marks Pawan Kalyan's much-awaited return to the big screen after 2023-film 'Bro'. Up next, the actor has two major projects lined up: 'They Call Him OG' and 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh'.advertisementHere's the teaser: Meanwhile, 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' also stars Bobby Deol, Sathyaraj, Nidhhi Agerwal, Nargis Fakhri, Nora Fatehi, Dalip Tahil, and Jisshu Sengupta. With music by MM Keeravani and visuals by Gnana Sekhar and Manoj Paramahamsa, the film is bankrolled by A Dayakar Rao and presented by AM Ratnam.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pawan Kalyan appreciates director Jothi Krisna after watching Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer
The makers of director A M Jothi Krisna's upcoming period film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', featuring actor Pawan Kalyan in the lead, on Wednesday, released a video clip of actor Pawan Kalyan watching the trailer of the film and then appreciating the director for the output he had produced. The official handle of the film on X put out a tweet that said, "That's a POWER PACKED VERDICT. The force behind the storm @PawanKalyan has watched the trailer and even he couldn't hold back the excitement. #PawanKalyan garu's thunderous reaction sets the tone and it's going to be euphoric tomorrow." With the trailer all set to release on Thursday, the makers also put out another tweet that read, "Priceless appreciation. Everything will be seen grandeur, visuals and the sound. It's going to be praised." The video clip released by the makers shows Pawan Kalyan watching the trailer and enjoying it. The actor, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is seen hugging director A M Jothikrishna before leaving and saying,"You really put in a lot of effort." It may be recalled that director Jyothi Krisna had told IANS in an earlier interview that over 25 VFX firms from around the globe had worked on the magnum opus. Talking to IANS, Jothi Krisna said, "We had several teams including those in Dubai, Iran, the US, the UK, Singapore and Canada working on the VFX portions in the film. That apart, we also had a considerable number of teams in India working on the film. We had teams in Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Mumbai among other places. In all 25 firms worked on the VFX portions in the film." Jyothi Krisna disclosed that they had shot the film in 200 days. The period film features Nidhi Aggarwal as the heroine and Bollywood star Bobby Deol as Aurangazeb. Hari Hara Veera Mallu | Song - Kollagottinadhiro (Lyrical) "This is a 16th century story. Bobby Deol plays Aurangazeb in the film. It is a story that happened during Mughal rule. It is based on a small incident that happened back then. It is an untold back story. The film will be part fiction, part fact. We have clubbed both and made this film. Pawan Kalyan plays a Robinhood kind of character in this film. He plays a thief," Jyothi Krisna had disclosed. The film's first part, 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 Sword Vs Spirit', which was originally scheduled to hit screens on June 12 this year, is now slated to hit screens on July 24. The film has cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa and Gnanashekar V.S. and production design by Thota Tharani. Editing for the film is by National Award winning editor K L Praveen. Apart from Pawan Kalyan, Nidhi Aggarwal and Bobby Deol, 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' will also feature Nassar, Sathyaraj, Thalaivasal Vijay, Raghu Babu, Subbaraju and Sunil among many others.
