Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah starrer The Vvaan has placed itself as a raging hit at the theatres, continuing to create a rampage at the box office. The Vvaan celebrates the spiritual essence and cultural grandeur of one of the most celebrated festivals, Chhath, which takes center stage in #ChhathiMaiya song. As the folklore fantasy spectacle continues to pull crowd to the theatres, the makers have released a female version of Chhathi Maiya song, brought to life by the celebrated singer, #PalakMuchhal.

While the song has already emerged a chartbuster for paying an ode to the pride of Bihar, Palak Muchhal’s version fuels its magic several notches. In a humble attempt to bring Bihari pride of India through soothing vocals in the song’s female version, Palak Muchhal adds a new layer of faith and devotion to Chhathi Maiya track, released under Zee Music.

Meanwhile, The Vvaan continues to echo with love by collecting an excellent Rs.76.94 crore gross. Backed by some of the country’s most distinctive storytellers, The Vvaan brings together TVF’s Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra and Ektaa Kapoor for a commercial film that takes Indian folklore into a new cinematic space. While its world is rooted in folklore and fantasy, the film brings together adventure, mystery and humour to shape itself as a complete family entertainer. The ambition extends beyond the film, with The Legend of Vvaan comic book already introducing audiences to the larger folklore surrounding its universe.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah. Written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand as DOP and Visual Director, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari.

By Keerti Kadam

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A gripping fusion of folklore, fantasy, mystery, and ancient mythology has taken the big screen by storm with #TheVvaan—and steering its comedic heart is none other than fan favorite Maniesh Paul. Renowned for his impeccable timing and effortless charm, Maniesh shines once again in his role as Ved Prakash, delivering a performance that balances the film’s atmospheric suspense with genuine laugh-out-loud moments. As rave reviews pour in, both critics and audiences are praising him as the standout performer of the cinematic spectacle.

When it comes to comedy, what stands at the crux is punchlines, that land! And Paul ensures they do! With punches that land and comedy that’s clean, he proves that he’s bringing the realness required to make comedy work, especially at times when pulling off comedy has become a real challenge. In a plot that balances emotions and suspense, Paul lightens the atmosphere with what comes naturally to him: good humour that makes you crack.

The actor has often surprised the audience with his performances, and The Vvaan is no exception. With a strong outpour of love coming from the audience, his performance in The Vvaan proves he can pull off a range of roles and tap into all kinds of shades that bring a strong emphasis on his acting range. Backed by some of the country’s most distinctive storytellers, The Vvaan brings together TVF’s Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra and Ektaa Kapoor for a commercial film that takes Indian folklore into a new cinematic space.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan is written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand as DOP and Visual Director, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari. The Vvaan is currently running in theatres.

By Keerti Kadam

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The film starts on a strong note in Mumbai, where Rishi (Sidharth Malhotra), an engineer, lives with his wife Mamta (Tamannaah Bhatia). Initially planning a relaxing holiday to Goa with his best friend (Maniesh Paul), Rishi changes his plans due to an ancestral land dispute and the realization that resolving it might help secure funds for IVF treatment and baby. For Rishi, as a practical engineer, the call to Devanchal is purely about settling the land matter. However, for Mamta, it is a spiritual bulava (divine calling) to perform Chhath Puja in his native land. Beneath the surface, Rishi is deeply hurt by the goddess Van Devi for something that happened, causing a rift in his faith. The land borders a sacred, mysterious forest governed by the rule that no one can go there after sunset. Once they arrive in Devanchal, the sacred traditions collide with his hidden bitterness, and when the rule is broken, the mystery and ancient chaos begin to unfold.

What truly elevates the film’s narrative is its fantastic balance of tone—blending eerie supernatural tension with a great mixture of comedy that feels entirely natural to the village setting. Sidharth Malhotra delivers an impressive performance, playing Rishi with solid physical energy, charm, and conviction. Together with Tamannaah Bhatia’s heartfelt presence, the first half builds great drama, strong emotions, rich cultural texture, and laugh-out-loud moments, keeping you completely on a cliffhanger by the interval. Sunil Grover is fantastic in a layered, intense turn as the antagonist, while Maniesh Paul and Sulabha Arya add wonderful warmth, sharp banter, and effortless comedic timing to the village setup.

While the second half feels a bit flat as it stretches into the climax, with the director losing focus slightly, the core mystery, emotional stakes, and lighthearted humor hold the film together. The narrative expands into grand supernatural elements, and despite the slight pacing wobble near the end, the ambition, unique setting, and powerful performances keep you thoroughly engaged. Ultimately, The Vvaan begins as a rooted, exciting folk mystery and holds up as a solid, entertaining theatrical experience.

Rating: ***

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Nearly every film makes its way through the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with at least minor cuts or modifications. But Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah starrer The Vvaan has placed itself as a rare spectacle. The Examining Committee of the CBFC has passed the folklore fantasy spectacle with zero cuts and modifications, whether in audio or video.

There are times when the makers are asked by the CBFC to mention the title and credits in the language of the film or add an anti-drug ticker or advertisement at the beginning and during the intermission. However, The Vvaan becomes a sweet exception as even these changes were not sought. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 136.25 minutes, and the film has been granted a U/A 16+ Certificate.

Backed by some of the country’s most distinctive storytellers, The Vvaan brings together TVF’s Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra and Ektaa Kapoor for a commercial film that attempts to take Indian folklore into a new cinematic space. While its world is rooted in folklore and fantasy, the film brings together adventure, mystery and humour to shape itself as a complete family entertainer. The ambition extends beyond the film, with The Legend of Vvaan comic book already introducing audiences to the larger folklore surrounding its universe.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. Written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand as DOP and Visual Director, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari.

The Vvaan arrives in cinemas on September 25, 2026, promising a big-screen fantasy folklore experience where the visuals, music, mystery and scale come together to create a world audiences will want to step into.

By Keerti Kadam

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The teaser of the large-screen fantasy folklore spectacle The Vvaan has created a storm ever since its release. Bringing together Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia as a dreamy fresh pair in a fantasy folklore world never seen before, The Vvaan teaser has garnered over 55 million views and is trending at #1 on YouTube across all languages.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, the teaser showcases a world rooted in mystery, ancient beliefs, and the supernatural, powered by a riveting musical backdrop of Aigiri Nandini and the protective presence of the Van Devi. In addition, the cinematic presentation of Chhath Puja on the large screen has struck a deep chord with audiences, adding cultural weight to the film’s traditional backdrop.

The upcoming film takes on fantasy folklore on a scale rarely seen in Indian commercial cinema, creating an immersive experience crafted specifically for the big screen. Following the massive response to the teaser, anticipation and curiosity surrounding the film’s official trailer are now at an all-time high.

Backed by some of the country’s most distinctive storytellers, The Vvaan brings together TVF’s Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra, and Ektaa R. Kapoor for a commercial film that attempts to take Indian folklore into a dynamic new space. While its world is rooted in folklore and fantasy, the film blends adventure, mystery, and humour to shape itself as a complete family entertainer. The ambition extends beyond the screen, with The Legend of Vvaan comic book already introducing audiences to the larger lore surrounding its universe.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. Written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand as DOP and Visual Director, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R. Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar, and Niraj Kothari.

The Vvaan arrives in cinemas on September 25, 2026, promising a big-screen fantasy folklore experience where visuals, music, mystery, and scale come together to create a world audiences will want to step into.

Watch the official teaser here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVST-605PfY

By Keerti Kadam

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There is a reason the music of The Vvaan teaser stays with you long after the visuals fade. The shadowy forests, the underlying mystery, and the sense of an ancient force lurking just beyond what Sidharth Malhotra’s character can perceive are all elevated through an alluring, atmospheric score. For composer Sam C.S., creating soundscapes for larger-than-life, mythical worlds is familiar territory—it has been a defining thread throughout his career.

Before he became a composer, Sam worked extensively in programming and background scoring, including on horror and thriller projects. That early experience seems to have shaped the way he approaches film music: not as something that arrives after the storytelling, but as something that can actually help build the world.

In Vikram Vedha, instead of giving the thriller a predictable genre score, Sam brought together orchestral arrangements and Indian ethnic sounds, creating a musical identity that was as distinctive as the film itself.

Now, he brings more musical relevance with The Vvaan because this isn’t just another film requiring a spooky background score. The film is attempting to create an entirely new folklore world, one with its own mythology, supernatural forces, beliefs and rules. And Sam has already dealt with a similarly demanding brief.

For Odiyan, Mohanlal’s Malayalam fantasy-thriller set against the folklore and landscape of Kerala, Sam went looking beyond the conventional orchestra. He explored traditional ethnic instruments to give the film’s world a sound of its own, including tracking down a rare six-foot bamboo instrument played by one of the few remaining musicians familiar with it.

That is perhaps the most interesting connection between Odiyan and The Vvaan: both require the music to make folklore feel lived-in rather than merely decorative.

Sam has previously spoken about his belief that background score should carry the emotions of a film forward. His filmography suggests that he has rarely been interested in making music that simply tells audiences when to feel scared, excited or emotional. His scores often become part of the atmosphere itself.

And the The Vvaan teaser appears to be leaning heavily into that strength. Its powerful score, layered with rooted Indian musical textures and the striking use of “Aigiri Nandini,” gives the fantasy world a distinctly local identity while retaining the scale expected of a large-screen spectacle.

That could prove crucial for The Vvaan. The film is venturing into fantasy folklore, a genre still uncommon in mainstream Hindi commercial cinema and the music has to make an unfamiliar world immediately feel believable.

Sam has done versions of that before: with a thriller, with fantasy, with regional folklore and with atmospheric storytelling. The Vvaan now gives him a considerably larger canvas.

Backed by some of the country’s most distinctive storytellers, The Vvaan brings together TVF’s Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra and Ektaa Kapoor for a commercial film that attempts to take Indian folklore into a new cinematic space. While its world is rooted in folklore and fantasy, the film brings together adventure, mystery and humour to shape itself as a complete family entertainer. The ambition extends beyond the film, with The Legend of Vvaan comic book already introducing audiences to the larger folklore surrounding its universe.

Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. Written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand as DOP and Visual Director, the film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari.

The Vvaan arrives in cinemas on September 25, 2026, promising a big-screen fantasy folklore experience where the visuals, music, mystery and scale come together to create a world audiences will want to step into.

By Keerti Kadam

The post From ‘Vikram Vedha’ To ‘Odiyan’: Why Sam C.S. Is A Natural Fit For ‘The Vvaan’s World Of Folklore And Fantasy! first appeared on Latest News, Breaking News, National News, World News, India News, Bollywood News, Business News, Politics News, Sports News, Entertainment News - CineBuster.

Mirzapur: The Movie

Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, #Mirzapur: The Movie is one of the most anticipated theatrical releases that marks the return of Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, Shweta Tripathi as Golu and Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi. The film also brings back Abhishek Banerjee alongside Ravi Kishan – a cast that promises pure bhaukaal. The teaser of the film is out and has struck the right chord among the audience. Mirzapur: The Movie releases in cinemas on September 4 in Hindi and Telugu.

The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest

Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia come together for the folklore fantasy epic, #TheVvaan: Force of the Forrest, a grand theatrical spectacle that blends fantasy, action and adventure. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, the film promises an immersive cinematic experience backed by expansive world-building and cutting-edge visual effects. The Vvaan marks the coming together of Balaji Motion Pictures and TVF Motion Pictures and is positioned as a complete family entertainer and a one-of-a-kind audio-visual experience. The film is slated for a theatrical release on September 25.

Daayra

Directed by Meghna Gulzar, #Daayra brings together Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in a gripping investigative crime thriller where the new pair will be seen playing police officers. The film explores how a diabolical act can trigger equal and opposite reactions, fracturing opinions across societies. The film releases in theatres on September 18.

Sardar 2

Directed by PS Mithran, #Sardar2 is an upcoming Tamil-language spy thriller starring Karthi and Rajisha Vijayan. A sequel to the 2022 release, Sardar 2 also brings together SJ Suryah, Malavika Mohanan, Ashika Ranganth and others in supporting roles. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 10. Fans are already anticipating this film because its predecessor made a massive impact on the audience.

Ranabaali

Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, #Ranabaali is an upcoming period action thriller movie that reunites Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna. Set in 19th-century India, Ranabaali is inspired by real historical events that took place between 1854 and 1878. The film is slated for a theatrical release on September 11, marking the first film of Vijay and Rashmika as a married couple.

Criminal

Directed by Rajagaru B, #Criminal brings together Dhruva Sarja and Rachita Ram in a pan-India Kannada romantic action drama. Inspired by a true story from Haveri in North Karnataka, Criminal seems to showcase Dhruva and Rachita in a passionate, complex narrative, leaving audiences eagerly waiting for this release. Criminal is set for a grand release in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi in 2026.

Love Lottery

Directed by Arvind Pandey, #LoveLottery unites Akshay Oberoi and Heli Daruwala alongside an extensive ensemble featuring Kabir Duhan Singh, Manu Rishi Chaddha, Hemant Pandey, Indira Krishnan, Santosh Shukla, Vikram Sharma, Agni Agyari, Kumar Saurabh, Arshdeep Sandhu, Ashwant Lodhi, and many more. The film’s first look was unveiled recently, and it hints at a narrative filled with secrets, lies and ambiguity. The film hits the screens on September 18.

Bloody Romeo

Directed by Sujeeth, #BloodyRomeo is an action entertainer headlined by Nani, and this director-actor duo has sparked significant buzz among the audience. Fans are eager to see Nani in a witty role as a “number one gangster”. The film is slated for a grand theatrical release in September and will hit the screens in multiple languages including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi.

Cult

Directed and headlined by Vishwak Sen, #Cult is an upcoming Telugu action thriller that also stars Gayatri Bharadwaj and Yagnya Turlapati in key roles. The film features a gripping, action-packed narrative inspired by a real-life incident set in Vietnam. Blending surprise, intensity and emotional drama, Cult is scheduled for a theatrical release this year, and will hit the screens in Telugu, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish, and English.

David Reddy

Directed by Hanuma Reddy Yakkanti, #DavidReddy is a colonial period drama that stars Manchu Manoj and Maria Ryaboshapka in lead roles, with R. Parthiban, Kanchana, and others in supporting roles. The story focuses on resistance and courage and is expected to show a forgotten chapter from the books of Indian history through the lens of action and emotion. The film is slated for a release in 2026 and will hit cinemas in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam.

Pocket Novel

Directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, #PocketNovel is an upcoming Tamil fantasy action drama starring Vijay Sethupathi and Malavika Mohanan in lead roles. The film promises to blend fantasy with intense drama with a visually rich and thought-provoking big-screen experience like never before.GenieDirected by Arjunan Jr., Genie is a Tamil fantasy drama film that features Ravi Mohan, Krithi Shetty, Wamiqa Gabbi and Devyani. With a formidable starcast and high on VFX works, the film is expected to find its audience among children and families. The film is slated for a theatrical release soon.

Which of these films are you most excited to watch?

By Keerti Kadam

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The poster, unveiled from a dramatic top-view, features a powerful, almost warrior-like hero standing between a circling bull and tiger! It’s Powerful, it’s Intriguing and it’s mysterious, very much like the film’s promise! Heavy with symbolism, the image foreshadows the conflict at the heart of the story and deepens the mystery surrounding the film’s folklore-driven narrative. Within minutes of its release, the poster drew attention for its stunning design and the mammoth scale of the film, with fans praising its intricate detailing!

Mounted as a grand theatrical experience, The Vvaan is among the most ambitious attempts to bring Indian folklore to the big screen. Blending fantasy, action, comedy and adventure, the film promises an immersive cinematic experience backed by expansive world-building and cutting-edge visual effects. Vvaan aims to celebrate rooted Indian stories that resonate with audiences across generations.

In an era dominated by adaptations, remakes and established franchises, The Vvaan is attempting something truly ambitious by creating an original world from the ground up. Much like our favourite landmark fantasy worlds, the film is not merely telling a single story – it is laying the foundation for an expansive folklore complete with its own characters, symbols and lore. The makers have already offered the first glimpse into that larger vision through The Legend of Vvaan comic book already piquing the curiosity of cinephiles.

The film marks the coming together of Balaji Motion Pictures and TVF Motion Pictures, with #DeepakKumarMishra directing the project. Starring #SidharthMalhotra and #TamannaahBhatia in the lead, the film. With its fresh release date now in place and a poster that has heightened curiosity across cinema lovers who cannot wait for this spectacle to hit the big screen!

Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF, and 11.11 Production, present THE VVAAN – Force of the Forrest! THE VVAAN is a big-screen folklore spectacle, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. Written by Arunabh Kumar, directed by Deepak Mishra, with DOP and Visual Director Manu Anand; and produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari. Releasing In Cinemas on 25th September, 2026!

By Keerti Kadam

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