Overview
- In a Filmygyan interview, the director denied claims that he and Vicky Kaushal are giving up alcohol and non-vegetarian food for the film.
- He asked audiences to ignore unverified reports and trust updates only from him or the production team.
- The lifestyle-change story originated from unnamed sources quoted by Bollywood Hungama, which suggested abstinence and a mid-2026 pooja, but it has not been affirmed by the makers.
- Set and costume work has begun, with filming expected to start in 2026 after Kaushal completes current commitments.
- Kaushal is officially cast as Chiranjeevi Parashurama, with the motion poster announcing a Christmas 2026 theatrical window for the VFX-heavy epic inspired by Kaushik’s Arunachal Pradesh childhood.