Rana Daggubati Unveils Virat Karrna’s Bold Transformation as Rudhra in Nagabandham

Rana Daggubati Unveils Virat Karrna’s Bold Transformation as Rudhra in Nagabandham
The much-awaited first look of Virat Karrna as Rudhra from the highly anticipated Pan-India film Nagabandham has been unveiled by Rana Daggubati, generating waves of excitement among fans across the country. Directed by visionary filmmaker Abhishek Nama, this magnum opus has been the talk of the town since its announcement. 
The first look poster showcases Virat Karrna in a commanding and rugged avatar. Sporting curly hair, a beard, and a sculpted physique, he is depicted in a jaw-dropping scene where he battles a ferocious crocodile in the ocean. With nothing but his bare hands and a rope, Karrna’s Rudhra exudes sheer power and unyielding courage as he holds the creature’s mouth open, leaving audiences intrigued and captivated.






Carrying the tagline The Secret Treasure, Nagabandham promises to take viewers on a thrilling and mystical adventure. Written and directed by Abhishek Nama, the film is being produced by Kishore Annapureddy under NIK Studios in association with Abhishek Pictures, with Lakshmi Ira and Devansh Nama presenting the project.




The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Nabha Natesh and Iswarya Menon as the female leads, along with seasoned actors like Jagapathi Babu, Jayaprakash, Murali Sharma, and B.S. Avinash in crucial roles.




Inspired by the recent discoveries of hidden treasures at iconic temples like Padmanabhaswamy and Puri Jagannath, the film explores the sacred practice of Nagabandham, blending India’s rich mythology with a modern narrative. It delves into the mysteries of ancient Vishnu temples, promising a cinematic experience that brings these age-old legends to life.




A top-tier technical team is lending their expertise to bring this ambitious vision to fruition. Soundar Rajan S handles the cinematography, Abhe composes the music, and Kalyan Chakravarthy crafts the dialogues. Editing is overseen by Santosh Kamireddy, with art direction by Ashok Kumar.



Currently in production, Nagabandham is set for a grand release in 2025 across five languages: Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.