Mahakali: Bhoomi Shetty Leads Tollywood’s First Female Led Superhero Film

Mahakali is set to make history as Tollywood’s first female led superhero film, with Bhoomi Shetty headlining the ambitious project. Directed by Pooja Kolluri, the Telugu film is part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) and is being mounted on a grand scale.

The latest update has added further star power to the project, with Sriya Reddy and Khushbu Sundar joining the cast in powerful roles. The makers are expected to reveal more details about their characters soon, adding to the anticipation around the superhero film.

The ensemble cast also includes Rohit Saraf, Rakesh Bedi, Samuthirakani, Rajat Kapoor, Nassar, Murali Sharma, Prudhviraj and Akshaye Khanna in key roles. With such a prominent lineup, Mahakali is shaping up as one of the more ambitious projects in the Telugu film industry.

Produced by RKD Studios, the film is expected to expand the world established through Prasanth Varma’s interconnected superhero universe. While details about the story and Bhoomi Shetty’s superhero character remain under wraps, the project marks an important step for female led superhero stories in Telugu cinema.

The makers have now announced that the first glimpse of Mahakali will be released on Monday, August 24, 2026. The glimpse is expected to offer the first major look at Bhoomi Shetty’s character and the film’s visual world.

With its female led superhero premise, connection to the PVCU and an ensemble cast featuring several established names, Mahakali has already generated considerable curiosity among Telugu cinema audiences. More details about the characters, story and release plans are expected to emerge following the first glimpse.