Aamir Khan, Bollywood’s master storyteller, dropped a big announcement today: he’s set to bring the Mahabharata to the big screen in an unprecedented multi-film saga. At a high-energy press conference in Mumbai, the 59-year-old star announced his vision for a cinematic universe that captures the timeless Indian epic, promising a spectacle that could rival global giants like Avatar or Game of Thrones.
“This is more than a movie. It’s a legacy,” Khan declared. “The Mahabharata is India’s soul, a tale of conflict and wisdom that deserves to be shared with the world.” Known for his meticulous approach in films such as Lagaan and Dangal, Khan is aiming for nothing less than a cultural milestone.
Insiders reveal that Khan has been crafting this dream for over three years, quietly assembling a powerhouse team of writers, historians, and VFX wizards. The plan? A series of films, possibly five or more, spanning the epic’s key moments, from the dice game’s betrayal to the blood-soaked Kurukshetra war. With a rumored budget soaring past Rs 2,000 crore, it’s poised to be India’s priciest cinematic endeavor ever.
Khan teased a fusion of Bollywood and Hollywood, hinting at partnerships with international studios for top-tier technology and global reach. “We’re building something universal,” he said. Casting rumors are already swirling, Deepika Padukone as Draupadi? Ranveer Singh as Arjuna? Some even whisper of a Hollywood star joining the fray. As for Khan himself, he’s coy about taking on Krishna’s divine mantle. “It’s tempting,” he grinned, “but I’m still deciding.”
The stakes are sky-high. The Mahabharata, with its sacred status and sprawling narrative, has long intimidated filmmakers. Director Karan Johar called it “a daring leap, brilliant if it works, brutal if it doesn’t.” Yet Khan is unfazed, planning to shoot across India’s historic landscapes. ...think Kurukshetra’s fields and Rajasthan’s palaces...while weaving in CGI (computer-generated imagery) to resurrect ancient grandeur.
Social media erupted post-announcement, with #AamirMahabharata trending as fans hailed him as the only one bold enough to tackle this Goliath. “This could be India’s cinematic crown jewel,” one X post raved.
With production pegged for late 2026 and a first release eyed for 2030, Khan is diving headfirst into prep, collaborating with Sanskrit experts and sketching battle scenes late into the night. “It’s a marathon, not a sprint,” he said. “But it’s a story worth telling.”
If Aamir Khan pulls this off, the Mahabharata could redefine Bollywood’s place on the world stage. For now, all eyes are on the Perfectionist, and his most audacious gamble yet.