Following the success of 'Hanuman Ansh', Karan Johar plans to shoot a religious film about Radha and Krishna

The film 'Mirzapur: Movie,' based on a popular web series featuring Panjaba Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Divyendu, attracted significant audience attention after its release in theaters on September 4th. Actor-politician Ravi Kishan joined the cast as the dangerous gangster Babban Babu Yadav, who received high praise from the public.

Recently, in an interview, the film's director Gurmit Singh and the original creator and chief screenwriter of the show, Puneet Krishna, discussed Babban's unique character and the improvements Ravi Kishan brought to the role during filming.

When asked by The Hollywood Reporter India why Babban was not an ordinary gangster and why he genuinely loved his girlfriend Mumtaz (Sonali Chauhan), Krishna noted that many young girls considered Babban a 'gangster with a green flag,' highlighting his devotion, such as sewing clothes for Mumtaz. He added that such actions went far beyond typical gangster behavior.

The creators were concerned that in the climax scene where Babban loses his beloved, the audience might develop excessive sympathy for him. Krishna admitted they were afraid that people would sympathize with him so much that they would stop supporting Guddu, Bablu, and Munnu.

The director explained that they had to slightly soften Babban's death scene. He was very emotional and almost contradicted the film's vision. To maintain balance, they had to make Chandu Pancher's (Satendra Soni) death scene more intense and brutal, given the strong attachment audiences had to Ravi Kishan's character.

The director acknowledged that maintaining interest at the climax was a difficult task, especially since the main characters could not be killed off. He noted that the hardest part was preserving the fight's dynamic, knowing that most viewers were familiar with the story. However, the 'Guddu's rise' scene proved successful and delighted the audience.

According to available information, Ravi Kishan improvised some scenes in the film 'Mirzapur: Movie' himself. When the interviewer asked about the scene where his character Babban shouts 'Love you Mumtaz' after stabbing someone during his opening scene, Krishna laughed and stated that this phrase was not in the script, but the audience likes it very much.

The idea for the scene where Babban holds Jay.P. Yadav's (Pramod Patak) ears also belonged to Ravi Kishan. The director clarified that the idea for the massage was his own, but the action of holding the ears was entirely invented by the actor.

Karan Johar, known for his films on romance, relationships, and family drama, is preparing to present the divine love story of Radha and Krishna on the big screen. Reports indicate that this project will be created under the aegis of Dharma Productions and titled 'Radha Krishna'. Currently, the project is in an advanced stage of development.

According to Pinkvilla, cinematographer Sachin Ravi has taken charge of this ambitious project. He will not only write the screenplay but also direct the film. However, it remains unclear who will play the roles of Radha and Krishna, as the creators are keeping the cast a strict secret for now.

It is reported that Karan Johar has long dreamed of making a film about Radha and Krishna, but he was waiting for a suitable script that could properly convey this deeply significant and revered story. Now, apparently, he has found the very story he was looking for.

The central element of the film will be the love story of Radha and Krishna, but the narrative will not be limited to just their relationship. There is information that the film will cover Krishna's journey from his birth to the overthrow of Kansa, offering viewers an extensive segment of Krishna's life on the big screen. Meanwhile, the true essence of the picture will focus on the love of Radha and Krishna, which is considered one of the most beautiful and immortal stories in Indian culture and religious lore. It is expected that the film will feature a powerful combination of romance, emotion, drama, and tragedy.

Karan Johar intends to present this story not as an intimate piece, but as a grand cinematic experience. According to sources, the visual presentation of the film will be executed on a very large scale. The creators plan to invest significant resources into realizing Krishna's world, the atmosphere of that era, luxurious sets, and the emotional aspects of the plot. Official information regarding the budget and shooting schedule has not yet been disclosed.

Sachin Ravi is responsible for the writing and direction of 'Radha Krishna'. In 2019, he directed the Kannada film 'Avane Shrimannarayana', starring Rakshit Shetty. This film received positive reviews upon release and became a kind of sleeper hit. For Sachin Ravi, working on such a large project with Dharma Productions is considered an important milestone in his career.

The biggest point of interest is the question of who will take on the roles of Radha and Krishna. At present, Dharma Productions has made no official statements regarding the casting. If this project is indeed realized according to Karan Johar's vision in such a massive format, it could become one of the most ambitious films of his career, differing from his previous works.

The film 'Hanuman ANSH' is currently generating significant interest in cinema screenings. The director and screenwriter of the film, Dr. Vishal Chaturvedi, expressed a desire for Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to also watch this picture, especially after it was appreciated by Virender Sehwag.

The director noted that it would be a great joy for the entire crew if Virat and Anushka could see the film. It was particularly meaningful that Virender Sehwag watched 'Hanuman ANSH' with his child, without being part of the film crew, and shared his reaction on social media. For Chaturvedi, this moment was very emotional, as he has long been a big cricket fan of Sehwag.

Chaturvedi emphasized that Sehwag's approval was not just a celebrity review for him, but a kind of 'full circle life' moment. Now his focus is on Virat Kohli, and he hopes that Virat and Anushka can experience this spiritual story.

The film is also showing impressive box office results. Released on August 7, 2026, without a major marketing campaign or active promotion, 'Hanuman ANSH' achieved significant success through word-of-mouth. After four weeks in India, the film's total revenue reached 85.97 crore rupees. On the first day, the film earned 1 million rupees, and in the first week, it collected 1.08 crore rupees. In the second week, it earned 4 million rupees, but thanks to strong word-of-mouth, the income reached 10.40 crore rupees in the third week.

The film's story plans to go beyond the country. The creators announced that 'Hanuman ANSH' will be shown worldwide on September 11, 2026, allowing the international audience to get acquainted with the spiritual history of the Maharaj.

Furthermore, the director confirmed that the story of 'Hanuman ANSH' will continue, and a sequel will be released. The film is a spiritual drama inspired by the life and teachings of Nima Kauli Baba, whom fans affectionately call the Maharaj. Shobhanav Satya played the role of Nima Kauli Baba, and Vikhan Shedge portrays another stage of the Maharaj's life. The film also features actors such as Chandan Anand, Purmina Tiwari, Anil K. Rastogi, and Gulshan Pandey. This 2 hour 30 minute film, rated U, is considered successful due to people's deep faith in the Maharaj and great interest in his life. It remains to be seen what reaction the Sehwag couple, and subsequently Virat-Anushka, will have after watching 'Hanuman ANSH.'