Promoting Mirai in Mumbai, Teja Sajja found himself addressing recurring questions about his recent choices in mythological and dharma-based stories as his previous blockbuster, HanuMan too dealt with similar themes. But not backing out, Teja's stance is direct and unapologetic.
“People don’t raise concerns when love stories are retold again and again,” he said to a media personnel who raised the question and added, “Then why is it an issue if I make films about our dharmas? Aren’t we meant to take pride in our dharma? In fact, you should be happy that we are showing our culture to the younger generations."
Mirai, directed by Karthik Ghattamaneni, shows him in a high-concept action adventure where mythology blends with modern superhero storytelling. In the film, Teja’s character sets him on a journey to attain Mirai, described as a divine staff forged from Lord Rama’s path in Treta Yuga.
The antagonist, played by Manchu Manoj as the menacing Black Sword, is in pursuit of nine sacred books that could make him invincible, posing an existential threat. Teja’s character is drawn into this battle to safeguard humanity, aided by intense training sequences and mystical guidance.
Shriya Saran plays his mother Ambika, whose early death sets her son on this destined path. Jayaram and Jagapathi Babu appear in key roles, while the makers are keeping the casting of Lord Rama under wraps for now.
Mirai’s visuals promise scale, with Karthik Ghattamaneni doubling up as cinematographer, Gowra Hari composing the music, and a release planned in 2D and 3D across eight languages.
