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Director Prashanth varma is earning acclaim from both critics and audiences for his recent film "Hanuman," featuring teja Sajja as the lead. The movie has received a super hit talk, and the director is being praised for his cinematic prowess. At the start of the film, a title card appears, labelling it as "Prashanth varma Cinematic Universe-PVCU," signalling the director's intent to create a universe or franchise with multiple superhero films.
Notably, Prashanth varma announced a sequel to "Hanuman" titled "Jai Hanuman," set to be released in 2025. The sequel will explore the backstory of how an ordinary youth transforms into a superhero, building on the narrative of the first film. The announcement of the sequel has sparked discussions among netizens, with some speculating that a significant portion of the sequel might already be filmed.
There are reports suggesting that the shooting for "Jai Hanuman" will be completed soon, and Prashanth varma is expected to give more emphasis to the character of Hanuman in the second part. Despite the low budget of the original "Hanuman," Prashanth varma has indicated that the budget for the sequel will not be compromised, showcasing his commitment to delivering a high-quality cinematic experience.
In addition to "Jai Hanuman," Prashanth varma has outlined plans for a larger superhero universe, with 12 movies slated to be part of this cinematic universe. The cast of "Hanuman" includes teja Sajja, amrita Iyer, Vinay Roy, and Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, with Vinay Roy's portrayal of the villain receiving particular praise for his compelling performance as a character striving to become a superhero at any cost.