Filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has revealed details about his ambitious project based on the Mahabharata, titled Karna, with actor Suriya in the lead role. He shared that the film has been in pre-production for nearly six years, with extensive work done to shape the screenplay and vision. The project was planned to be made in two parts, reflecting the scale and depth of the epic story.
According to Mehra, the screenplay is already complete, and the team had reached a stage where they were almost ready to take off with production. However, despite the years of preparation, the project has unfortunately been put on pause for now. This pause has left fans curious and hopeful about when the film will eventually move forward.
One of the most exciting aspects of Karna is the involvement of legendary composer A.R. Rahman, who has already completed five to six tracks for the film. His music is expected to play a crucial role in bringing the mythical era to life, adding emotional depth and grandeur to the narrative.
The film’s concept, rooted in the mythical era of the Mahabharata, promises to explore the complex character of Karna — a warrior known for his valor, generosity, and tragic destiny. With Suriya in the lead and Mehra’s vision guiding the project, expectations are sky-high for a cinematic spectacle that blends mythology with modern storytelling.
Though currently paused, Karna remains one of the most anticipated projects in Indian cinema. Fans of Suriya, A.R. Rahman, and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra continue to wait eagerly, hoping that this epic will eventually find its way to the big screen and deliver the grandeur it has been promising for years.
