Indian mythology and folklore are set to take center stage on the big screen with The Vvan – Force of the Forest, starring Siddharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. The makers have officially announced that the ambitious fantasy entertainer will have a worldwide theatrical release on September 25, 2026.
Along with the release date, the team also unveiled a striking new poster that offers audiences a glimpse into the film’s expansive folklore-inspired universe.
📅 Release Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Movie | The Vvan – Force of the Forest |
| Release Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Release Type | Worldwide Theatrical Release |
| Genre | Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Folklore |
| Lead Cast | Siddharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia |
| Director | Deepak Kumar Mishra |
| Writer | Arunabh Kumar |
| Producers | Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R. Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar, Neeraj Kothari |
| Production | Balaji Motion Pictures, TVF Motion Pictures, 11:11 Productions |
🌳 A New Folklore Universe Begins
The newly released poster showcases a powerful warrior-like protagonist standing between a bull and a tiger, hinting at the mystical world that awaits audiences. With the tagline “Force of the Forest,” the film promises to draw inspiration from Indian folklore, blending mythology with fantasy on a grand cinematic scale.
Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the film is jointly produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and TVF Motion Pictures, in association with 11:11 Productions.
✨ Inspired by Indian Folklore
Written by Arunabh Kumar, The Vvan aims to bring India’s rich storytelling traditions to life through an original cinematic universe. The film combines fantasy, action, comedy, and adventure, supported by large-scale world-building and cutting-edge visual effects.
Rather than relying on adaptations, remakes, or existing franchises, the makers are introducing an entirely new mythology filled with its own characters, symbols, legends, and folklore.
📺 OTT Platform
Amazon Prime Video has secured the post-theatrical streaming rights to The Vvan – Force of the Forest. The film was officially showcased during Prime Video Presents: India 2026, where the streaming platform unveiled its upcoming Indian slate and released promotional material featuring the film and its lead cast. After its worldwide theatrical release on 25 September 2026, the movie will stream on Prime Video.
📖 The Journey Has Already Begun
To introduce audiences to this unique world, the creators previously released The Legend of Vvan comic book, offering fans an early glimpse into the mythology that forms the foundation of the film.
The project is expected to become one of Bollywood’s biggest attempts at building an original folklore-based cinematic universe rooted in Indian culture.
🎬 Cast and Crew
⭐ Lead Cast
- Siddharth Malhotra
- Tamannaah Bhatia
🎥 Crew
| Department | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Deepak Kumar Mishra |
| Writer | Arunabh Kumar |
| Producers | Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R. Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar, Neeraj Kothari |
| Production Banners | Balaji Motion Pictures, TVF Motion Pictures, 11:11 Productions |
| Cinematography & Visual Direction | Manu Anand |
| PRO | Sabari |
📌 Highlights
- 🌿 Worldwide theatrical release on 25 September 2026.
- ⚔️ Original Indian folklore-inspired fantasy adventure.
- 🎭 Starring Siddharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia.
- 🎬 Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra.
- 📚 Expands the mythology introduced through The Legend of Vvan comic book.
- 🎥 Promises spectacular visuals, large-scale world-building, action, fantasy, comedy, and adventure.
With its original concept, folklore-inspired storytelling, and ambitious visual scale, The Vvan – Force of the Forest is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases of 2026, aiming to create a brand-new cinematic universe deeply rooted in Indian culture.
