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Ranabaali Completes 130-Day Shoot, Vijay Deverakonda’s New Venture Moves to Post‑Production

By Screen Entry Desk · 17 September 2026

Ranabaali Completes 130-Day Shoot, Vijay Deverakonda’s New Venture Moves to Post‑Production

The period drama ‘Ranabaali’, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, has wrapped a grueling 130‑day schedule and is now entering post‑production. Director Rahul Sankrityan promises a visually rich experience that will showcase the duo’s chemistry on screen.

The much‑anticipated period piece ‘Ranabaali’ has officially concluded its principal photography after an intensive 130‑day shoot across multiple locations in India. Lead actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who recently tied the knot, shared a palpable on‑screen chemistry that the crew says elevates the narrative’s emotional core.

Helmed by director Rahul Sankrityan, the film explores a historic backdrop that required meticulous set design, authentic costumes, and extensive research. The production team transformed historic forts and rural villages into vivid canvases, allowing the cast to immerse themselves fully in the era depicted.

Now that filming is complete, the project has entered the post‑production phase, where visual effects, color grading, and sound design will shape the final look and feel. Sankrityan has hinted at ambitious VFX work to recreate grand battle sequences and period‑specific atmospheres, promising a cinematic experience that rivals contemporary pan‑Indian releases.

Industry insiders note that ‘Ranabaali’ could become a benchmark for period dramas in Telugu cinema, especially given the star power of Vijay and Rashmika. The film’s marketing team is already teasing behind‑the‑scenes footage, building anticipation among fans and fellow filmmakers alike.

With a release window slated for early next year, the cast and crew remain optimistic that the blend of historical storytelling and modern filmmaking techniques will resonate with audiences across India and beyond.