Fauji: Prabhas’ Period Action Drama Set for August 2026 Release

Prabhas’ much-anticipated action drama Fauji is officially slated for an August 2026 release, makers confirmed during the promotions of Pradeep Ranganathan’s Dude. The film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and promises a grand cinematic experience.

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Abhishek Bachchan May Join the Cast

Reports suggest that Abhishek Bachchan has been approached to play a crucial role in the film. If finalized, this will mark his Telugu cinema debut. Director Hanu Raghavapudi is reportedly in discussions with the actor.

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Prabhas’ Look Leaks Cause Stir

Earlier, pictures of Prabhas from the set surfaced online, prompting the makers to issue a strict warning. Mythri Movie Makers stated:

“Any account sharing such pictures will not only be reported and brought down but will be treated as a cyber crime and dealt with appropriately.”

The leaked images sparked massive social media buzz, showing Prabhas in a vintage, wartime avatar.

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About Fauji

• Genre & Setting: Period action-war drama set during World War II

• Visuals: Retro aesthetics, vintage cars, old-school buses; rumored to be shot at Hyderabad’s Alipore Jail, historically linked to Subhash Chandra Bose

• Story: Focuses on a soldier’s journey combining epic scale, romance, and emotions

• Crew:

  • Music: Vishal Chandrashekhar

  • Cinematography: Sudeep Chatterjee

  • Editing: Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao

• Budget: Estimated at ₹400 crore, making it one of the most expensive Indian films

Fauji is shaping up to be a spectacular war-time romantic drama, adding another milestone to Prabhas’ already stellar career.