This is a friendly, comprehensive guide to the Telugu film Mirai, also known as Mirāi: Super Yodha, a large-scale fantasy-action adventure movie. I’ll provide an accurate and clear overview of the plot, characters, songs, release information, and any new or updated details. I’ve been keeping a close eye on changes, so you get the most recent information in addition to background knowledge.
Introduction
Karthik Gattamneni is the writer and director of the Telugu mythological fantasy action adventure film Mirai, which is produced by People Media Factory. It blends elements of ancient legend (texts, sacred books, and Emperor Ashoka) with heroics, comedy, and a high-stakes conflict between good and evil in the modern era. Beyond Telugu, the movie is dubbed into several other languages to reach all of India.
Due in large part to visual effects, post-production, and its ambitious scope, Mirai, which was first announced in April 2024, was delayed from its initial scheduled release date.
Story/Review
The nine sacred texts that were produced during the reign of Emperor Ashoka are central to the Mirai story. According to the premise, these texts have the ability to change mortals into beings with divine abilities, demonstrating their immense power. The Yodhas are a clan of secret warriors who protect these books.
In order to achieve supremacy, the opposing force, Mahabir Lama (also known as Black Sword), is seeking all nine books. He is pursuing the remaining scriptures, having already obtained the majority. Vedha Prajapati (Teja Sajja), an orphan who is ignorant of his roots, is on the opposing side and plays an important part in stopping Mahabir’s conquest. Other characters that play a part include Vibha (Vedha’s love interest, Ritika Nayak), Ambika (Vedha’s mother, played by Shriya Saran), and supporting characters who are connected to the story’s mythology and contemporary verses.
There are two different timelines: the historical/mythological past (Ashoka’s time) and the contemporary setting where the events take place. The latter includes action sequences, moral conflict, supernatural stakes, and Vedha’s quest for self-discovery.
Cast & Key Crew
Here are the main cast and crew members, plus their roles and contributions:
| Role | Actor/Crew | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Vedha Prajapati | Teja Sajja | Protagonist: an orphan who becomes the protector of the remaining sacred scriptures. |
| Mahabir Lama / Black Sword | Manchu Manoj | Antagonist: His ambition and power drive the conflict. |
| Ambika Prajapati | Shriya Saran | Vedha’s mother, a key figure in the guardianship of the sacred books. |
| Vibha | Ritika Nayak | Vedha’s romantic interest is also tied to the mythic plot. |
| Angama Bali | Jagapathi Babu | Supporting role. |
| Agastya Muni | Jayaram | Supporting role. |
| Director / Writer / Cinematographer | Karthik Gattamneni | He has multiple hats in this film; the visual style is a major highlight. |
| Music | Gowra Hari | Composed the score and songs; praised for how the music weaves into the mythic and action sequences. |
| Editor | A. Sreekar Prasad | Technical strong point. |
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Songs / Music
Music in Mirai is a key part of its storytelling, balancing mythology and modernity, emotion and action. Here are the known songs and their details:
“Vibe Undi”—Sung by Armaan Malik. It’s one of the leading singles; it’s more modern and energetic, and helps set the tone for younger/action sequences.
“Jaithraya”—sung by Shankar Mahadevan. This was released much closer to the film’s release and lends a grander, more heroic/melodic atmosphere.
The soundtrack involves a mix of orchestration and more contemporary composition, designed to support large visual set-pieces (fight scenes, mythic revelations) as well as emotional moments between character.s
Release Date & OTT/Distribution Updates
Here’s where things stand (as of mid-September 2025):
Theatrical Release Date: Mirai was released worldwide on 12 September 2025.
Runtime: About 169 minutes (≈ 2 hours 49 minutes).
OTT (Streaming) Plans: The film has been acquired for digital streaming. The platform is JioHotstar. There are reports that the OTT release is expected approximately 4-8 weeks after the theatrical release. Some sources suggest around early to mid-October or possibly November 2025. But no confirmed OTT premiere date has been officially announced yet.
Dubbed / Pan-India: Mirai is dubbed into multiple Indian languages (Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, etc.) to cater to non-Telugu audiences. Distribution rights are held by different studios in different regions.
Certifications & Ratings: It has a U/A certificate in India.
Budget: The reported budget has gone up during production. Early reports indicate ~ ₹30-40 crores, which later increased to roughly ₹60 crores (official + sources). The expense reflects visual effects, scale, multi-language/dubbed versions, etc.
What’s New / Notable Updates
Since the film’s announcement, several things have developed or been clarified:
Visual Scale & VFX—There was concern early on whether the ambitious VFX and mythological settings would deliver. Early reviews suggest that, for the most part, Mirai delivers strong visuals (wide landscapes, action sequences, and battle moments), though certain sequences show digital effects more obviously.
Audience Response & Critical Reviews – The film has received mixed to positive feedback. People praise its ambition, the hero’s performance, and the setup of the mythic lore. Some criticism has been around its length (169 minutes), pacing, and occasional lapses in narrative strength in parts.
OTT Deal Value & Pre-Release Business – The film has secured a strong OTT deal even before its release, signalling confidence in its mass appeal.
Sequel Speculation—From reviews and interviews, there are hints of a sequel or expanded universe. For instance, there is a mention in some press that Mirai ends with a promise of a sequel titled Mirai: Jaithraya.
Why It Matters / My Expert Take
Having followed fantasy mythological films in Telugu and pan-Indian cinema, Mirai stands out in a few ways:
Its mythology is rooted in Indian history (Ashoka era), yet reimagined, which gives it both familiarity and freshness.
The scale (in production values, VFX, casting, and multiple languages) shows that regional cinema is increasingly thinking big, competing visually beyond just local markets.
For fans of fantasy and action, Mirai offers spectacle, moral weight, and emotional arcs, which make it more than just “fight scenes”—though indeed that is a strong component.
Yet, there is also risk: long runtime can reduce repeat viewings; VFX expectations are high in the age of global fantasy epics; and balancing myth and clarity is always tricky (some audiences may want more depth in lore, while others just want entertainment).
In short: Mirai, released on 12 September 2025 worldwide, has strong myth-fantasy storytelling and a cast led by Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, and Shriya Saran, with music by Gowra Hari; an OTT release is expected on JioHotstar about 4-8 weeks after the theatrical release (so likely October or November 2025), though that’s not officially confirmed yet.
If you like, I can pull together a full list of all songs and lyricists, or track its box-office performance so far, or compare it with other recent mythological fantasy films—want me to do that?