Ravi Mohan Unveils the First Look of Vaibhav’s Spiritual Action Entertainer ‘Manikanda’!
A Grand Blend of Devotion, Spirituality and Action! Makers Plan to Release the Film During the Karthigai Month!
Produced by Tantra Films and starring Vaibhav, the upcoming Tamil film Manikanda is directed by Vishnu Sasi Shankar, with renowned filmmaker Venkat Prabhu serving as the creative producer. The first-look poster of the film was unveiled by actor Ravi Mohan, drawing attention from audiences with its striking visuals and spiritual theme.
Previously titled Thatthvamasi, the film has now been renamed Manikanda. Combining spirituality, devotion and action, the film promises a distinctive cinematic experience rooted in faith and divine beliefs.
The newly released first-look poster features Vaibhav in a powerful and commanding avatar, dressed in blue and holding a spear. A magnificent statue of Lord Ayyappa stands behind him, surrounded by golden light and blazing flames. The cosmic-inspired background and grand visual composition lend the poster a majestic appearance, reflecting the film’s spiritual essence.
Accompanied by the tagline “The Journey of the God and His People,” the first look hints at a story centred on faith, devotion and the spiritual journey of Lord Ayyappa’s devotees.
The film revolves around the spiritual pilgrimage undertaken by Ayyappa devotees, who observe strict vows, wear the sacred mala and embark on a challenging journey to seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa. Blending devotion and faith with action sequences and emotionally engaging moments, Manikanda has been conceived as a film that appeals to audiences across generations. According to the makers, the film also incorporates several entertaining elements to attract family audiences.
Following the success and popularity of films that blend mythology, devotion and contemporary storytelling, such as Kantara, Hanu-Man and Karuppu, Manikanda is expected to generate considerable interest among audiences.
The film is produced by J.K. Saravana and M. Rajaram under the banner of Tantra Films, with filmmaker Venkat Prabhu serving as its creative producer. Vishnu Sasi Shankar, who earned recognition for directing the Malayalam film Malikappuram, has helmed this spiritual action entertainer. The team aims to present the story against a spiritual backdrop through a grand and immersive cinematic experience.
Vaibhav plays the lead role, while Meenakshi Govindarajan stars as the female lead. The ensemble cast includes Aravind Akash, Aadukalam Naren, Hareesh Peradi and Arjai, among others, in pivotal roles.
The technical crew features Premgi Amaren as the music composer and Yuvan Selva as the cinematographer. Praveen K.L. is responsible for editing, while Surya Rajeevan serves as the art director. The action sequences have been choreographed by Stunt Silva and Shakthi Saravanan.
Adithya Thangirala, Nandakumar Thamizselvan, J.K. Saravana and Prithvi Adithya have contributed to the writing team. The technical team has worked to bring the film’s spiritual atmosphere and grand visual elements to life on screen.
With filming now completed, Manikanda is currently in its final stages of post-production. The makers are planning to release the film during the auspicious Tamil month of Karthigai in 2026, a period closely associated with Lord Ayyappa and his devotees.
Announcements regarding the teaser, audio launch and other promotional activities are expected to follow in the coming weeks.
With its combination of spirituality, devotion and action, Manikanda is gearing up to offer audiences a grand cinematic experience during the Karthigai season. The film’s first look has already set the stage for anticipation as audiences await further updates on its release.
