The project was unveiled yesterday (Sunday, Feb 15) on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, with a motion poster that sets the tone for a saga of resilience and faith.
Here is everything you need to know about this massive project.
The Announcement: "1000 Years of Resilience" 🕉️
The Project: Titled 'Jai Somnath', the film is a historical epic produced by Bhansali Productions and Maya Movies.
The Director: The film marks the return of Ketan Mehta (known for Mangal Pandey: The Rising and Mirch Masala) to the director's chair. He has also written the screenplay.
The Release Date: The makers have locked a Worldwide Theatrical Release in 2027.
The Plot: "Creation vs. Destruction" ⚔️
The film revisits one of the most defining and turbulent chapters in Indian history.
The Setting: The story is set in 1025–1026 CE, focusing on the notorious attack and plundering of the Somnath Temple in Gujarat by Mahmud of Ghazni.
The Theme: Rather than focusing solely on the destruction, the film aims to highlight the "indestructible spirit of India." The official tagline reads: “A temple can be broken, not the faith.”
Significance: The announcement coincides with the 1000th anniversary year of this historical event.
The Cast: Still Under Wraps 🎭
Official Status: No actors have been officially confirmed yet.
The Rumors: While social media is buzzing with speculation (some fans are hoping for a Ranbir Kapoor or Deepika Padukone reunion given Bhansali’s track record), the makers have kept the casting a closely guarded secret for now.
SantaBanta Verdict:
With Bhansali's eye for grandeur and Ketan Mehta's grasp of gritty history (both are Gujaratis telling a Gujarat-rooted story), Jai Somnath promises to be a cinematic spectacle. 2027 just got its first major blockbuster contender!
