‘Swayambhu’ starring Nikhil Siddhartha to release on Maha Shivratri, 13th Feb. 2026!
Boosting of few of the finest technicians and creators across entertainment industry with Director Bharat Krishnamachari, KGF and Salaar music director Ravi Basrur, Baahubali and RRR cinematographer KK Senthil Kumar, Baahubali editor Tammiraju any many other talent artists came together in production of this ambitious film which spanned over 170 days into production. The film has been produced by Bhuvan and Shreekar of Pixel Studios!
It’s time for the mega announcement of the day, as #NikhilSiddhartha, the face behind the blockbuster Karthikeya franchise, is returning with a one-of-a-kind historical epic titled Swayambhu. Looking absolutely magnificent and larger than life, the film has been announced with a wrap-up video, a truly unique way to unveil a project. It introduces the film’s grandeur, high-octane action, fabulous star cast, and the epic story of a common man who rises to become a warrior.
Nikhil, who attained nationwide acclaim with the Pan-India blockbuster Karthikeya 2, is now set to captivate audiences once again with his ambitious 20th film, Swayambhu. Mounted on a grand scale, this historical action epic is directed by Bharat Krishnamachari, produced by Bhuvan and Sreekar under Pixel Studios, and presented by Tagore Madhu. With top-tier production values and a powerful Pan-India vision, Swayambhu stands as one of Nikhil’s most prestigious ventures to date.
The makers today unveiled major updates, confirming that the monumental production has officially wrapped its shoot. After an intense two-year journey and 170 days of extensive filming, the team proudly announced the completion. Positioned as an epic celebrating India’s rich history and timeless glory, Swayambhu is set to conquer theatres worldwide this Maha Shivaratri- February 13, 2026.
Describing the experience as both challenging and exhilarating, Nikhil shared insights into the journey in a release date announcement video called Rise Of Swayambhu that offers insights into the world-building and grand making. What began as a single film soon evolved into an expansive world, brought to life through massive sets spread across acres and executed with tremendous craftsmanship. Backed by crores of investment and the unwavering commitment of producers Bhuvan and Sreekar, the team worked with one united goal: to present an extraordinary legend on the big screen.
Rooted in India’s cultural heritage, Swayambhu delves into untold chapters of the past- stories that extend far beyond traditional tales of kings and wars. At its heart lies the saga of a formidable warrior whose valour shaped an era.
In the video, Nikhil also introduced his horse, Maruthi, and highlighted the exceptional technical team responsible for crafting this magnum opus. The actor underwent a complete physical transformation and rigorous training to portray this demanding role with authenticity and intensity. He even dubbed his own role in the Hindi version to lend greater authenticity to the narrative.
The film features Samyuktha and Nabha Natesh as the female leads. Visual maestro KK Senthil Kumar handles cinematography who has also worked on mega projects like, Baahubali franchise, RRR and many more, while acclaimed composer Ravi Basrur provides the musical score, the one behind the musical score of KGF franchise and Salaar. Production design is helmed by M. Prabhaharan and Raveendra, who meticulously shaped the film’s grand visual world.
With the shoot now wrapped, the rise of Swayambhu begins, and anticipation is soaring for this Pan-India spectacle.
By Keerti Kadam