Overview

• Basil Joseph declared that the upcoming Shaktimaan adaptation will feature Ranveer Singh exclusively in the title role and dismissed any talk of a replacement.
• Shaktimaan is currently in early development under Sony Pictures with Basil Joseph writing and directing the project.
• Rumors linking Allu Arjun to the role gained traction after original star Mukesh Khanna praised his screen presence but were never based on production plans.
• The film aims to modernize the beloved 1997–2005 Doordarshan superhero series while honoring its original legacy.
• Ranveer Singh remains committed despite a busy slate that includes Dhurandhar and Don 3, with production details yet to be announced.