After the underwhelming horror comedy film ‘The Raja Saab’, Prabhas is back with ‘Fauzi’ and the makers have officially announced the theatrical release date of the much awaited period action drama. Starring Prabhas in the lead role, the film is directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and will hit theaters worldwide on December 3, 2026. The announcement included a stunning new poster that gives fans another look at the film’s historical setting.
The new poster shows Prabhas in an intense avatar
The latest poster shows Prabhas standing in the rain with a sword in his hand. It promises the film’s action-packed narrative. The visual is accompanied by the tagline “अज्ञातपर्व FINS. THE REBELLION BEGINS.”Sharing the poster on social media, the makers wrote, “अज्ञातपर्व IS OVER. THE REBELLION BEGINS #Fauzi GREAT GLOBAL UPRISING ON DECEMBER 3, 2026 #FauziOnDec3 Rebel Star #Charpudikraty #Charprhan #Fauzi #JayaPrada @AnupamPKher @Composer_Vishal @sudeepdop @kk_lyricist @MrSheetalsharma @rckamalakannan.”Soon after the poster was unveiled, social media platforms were flooded with reactions from fans eager to see Prabhas in the historical action drama.One fan commented: “They’re cooking up something big.” Another wrote, “Prabhas looks to destroy his so-called competitors.”A third fan shared, “Prabhas’ screen presence is second to none. #Fauzi already looks grand and promising. On 3rd Dec, let the craziness begin!”. Prabhas plays a fearless soldierThe title ‘Fauzi’ was officially unveiled on Prabhas’ birthday, when the makers unveiled the actor’s character through a special poster.They then shared the announcement with the caption, “#PrabhasHanu is #FAUZI The bravest story of a soldier from the hidden chapters of our history.”The film features Prabhas as a fearless soldier described as someone capable of taking on an entire battalion by himself.
A period drama set during the British Raj
Set against the backdrop of the 1940s British Raj, “Fauzi” explores a lesser-known chapter of Indian history linked to the Azad Hind Force. The story follows an army officer who navigates a turbulent period marked by conflict, patriotism and sacrifice. Alongside Prabhas, the film marks the acting debut of Imanvi Esmail, popularly known as Imanvi, who plays the female lead. The supporting cast includes veteran actors Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher and Jaya Prada in pivotal roles.