The first look of 'Maha Devi Adishakti', an animated feature film based on the legends of Goddess Durga, was unveiled on Saturday to coincide with the start of Navratri, with the makers announcing a worldwide theatrical release in February 2027.
The full title of the film is 'Maha Devi Adishakti – The Legend of Maa Durga'. It is directed by Milind Nandanwar and written by author Akshat Gupta, and is produced by Gaurav Malhotra under Artha Entertainment and Animation. The music is composed by Shreyas Puranik.
Mythology for younger audiences
The film draws on the stories of Goddess Durga and her forms, including Mahishasuramardini, who defeated the demon Mahishasura, and Goddess Kali. The makers have positioned it as a family film aimed at introducing Indian mythology to younger audiences through animation.
According to the announcement, the film uses hand-drawn animation, with more than 150 animators working on the project.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh amplified the announcement on the same day, bringing the first look to wider attention within the film industry.
Sources:
- Lokmat Times (ANI): Animated film 'Maha Devi Adishakti' first look unveiled, to release in February 2027
The full title of the film is 'Maha Devi Adishakti – The Legend of Maa Durga'. It is directed by Milind Nandanwar and written by author Akshat Gupta, and is produced by Gaurav Malhotra under Artha Entertainment and Animation. The music is composed by Shreyas Puranik.
Mythology for younger audiences
The film draws on the stories of Goddess Durga and her forms, including Mahishasuramardini, who defeated the demon Mahishasura, and Goddess Kali. The makers have positioned it as a family film aimed at introducing Indian mythology to younger audiences through animation.
According to the announcement, the film uses hand-drawn animation, with more than 150 animators working on the project.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh amplified the announcement on the same day, bringing the first look to wider attention within the film industry.
Sources:
- Lokmat Times (ANI): Animated film 'Maha Devi Adishakti' first look unveiled, to release in February 2027
