Ranveer Singh is reportedly stepping into the world of mythology in a massive way. According to fresh industry reports, the actor has acquired the rights to The Immortals of Meluha and is developing it as a big-budget cinematic trilogy under his production house, Maa Kasam Films.
The ambitious project is being backed by Birla Studios and is already creating huge excitement online, with fans calling Ranveer’s casting as Lord Shiva “perfect” and “dream-level”.
Ranveer Singh to Play Lord Shiva
As per reports, Ranveer Singh will personally headline the trilogy as Lord Shiva, the central character from Amish Tripathi’s bestselling Shiva Trilogy.
The novels reimagine Shiva not as a god from birth, but as a tribal warrior from Tibet who slowly transforms into a legendary figure. This grounded and human interpretation of Shiva is one of the biggest reasons the books became hugely popular across India. (pinkvilla.com)
Sources suggest Ranveer has been passionate about adapting the story for years and sees this as a long-term passion project rather than just another commercial film.
What Is The Immortals of Meluha About?
The Immortals of Meluha, released in 2010, is the first part of Amish Tripathi’s hugely successful Shiva Trilogy.
The story follows Shiva, leader of the Guna tribe, who arrives in the land of Meluha and slowly discovers his destiny as a saviour figure. The books mix mythology, fantasy, politics, war, and philosophy, creating a cinematic universe that many readers have wanted to see on screen for years.
The trilogy includes:
- The Immortals of Meluha
- The Secret of the Nagas
- The Oath of the Vayuputras
The franchise has sold millions of copies globally and remains one of India’s biggest modern mythological book series. (amishbooks.com)
A Massive Mythological Universe in Development
Reports claim the project is currently in the writing, scripting, and world-building stage. The makers are said to be taking extra time to ensure the adaptation matches the scale and detail of the novels.
The film is being designed as a pan-India mythological fantasy franchise, similar in ambition to projects like Ramayana and other large cinematic universes currently in development.
A director has not yet been finalized, as the team reportedly wants the screenplay to reach an advanced stage first. (pinkvilla.com)
Birla Studios Joins the Project
One of the biggest surprises from the report is the involvement of Birla Studios, backed by Ananya Birla.
The collaboration signals a serious push toward high production values and international-level world-building. Industry insiders believe the makers are aiming for a visually rich franchise that can appeal beyond traditional mythological audiences.
Ranveer’s Busy Upcoming Line-up
Before entering the world of Meluha, Ranveer Singh already has a packed schedule.
The actor is expected to begin work on:
- Aditya Dhar’s next project in 2027
- Pralay directed by Jay Mehta
- Ongoing promotions and expansion plans related to Dhurandhar: The Revenge
Reports suggest the first Meluha film is expected to go on floors in 2028.
Why Fans Are Excited
Fan reactions online have been overwhelmingly positive so far. Many believe Ranveer’s high-energy screen presence, physical transformation ability, and emotional intensity make him a strong choice to play Shiva.
The project also arrives at a time when Indian cinema is heavily investing in mythological and fantasy storytelling, with audiences showing strong interest in large-scale Indian cinematic universes.
If executed properly, The Immortals of Meluha could become one of the biggest mythological film franchises in Indian cinema.
Final Thoughts
The combination of Ranveer Singh, The Immortals of Meluha, and a planned cinematic trilogy already sounds massive on paper.
While the project is still in early development, the scale of ambition alone has made it one of Bollywood’s most talked-about upcoming ventures.
Now all eyes are on the official announcement, director reveal, and the first look of Ranveer Singh as Lord Shiva.