With a list of Telugu actors that boast the heavy weight of the Telugu film industry, and a cast of new friends in a fast-paced, fantasy adventure, the Mirai cast has been stealing the spotlight in the September 2025 release. Directed by Karthik Gattamneni, the film is a superhero based on the ancient Indian mythology and garnered buzz about VFX and performances.
Mirai (as Mirāi: Super Yodha), released on September 12, 2025, in both Telugu and Hindi, is a film that chronicles the life of an orphan, Vedha who learns that he is meant to defend the nine sacred granthas of Emperor Ashoka against evil, Mahabir Lama. It has a duration of 2h 48m, with mixed themes of action, thriller, and spiritual and was filmed in the real sites such as Kumbh Mela. It brought in controversies about the quality of the VFX at a small budget created by TG Vishwa Prasad under People Media Factory.
Main Cast of Mirai: Roles and Highlights
The Mirai cast shines with powerhouse performances. Here’s the primary lineup in a detailed table, sourced from Bollywood Hungama, IMDb, and Wikipedia.
| Actor | Role | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Teja Sajja | Veda/Vedha | Lead superhero; orphan turned protector. Post-Hanu-Man stardom earned praise for action and emotional depth. Fee: ~₹2-3 crore [Pinkvilla link]. |
| Shriya Saran | Ambika | Vedha’s mother, the sanyasi guardian. Graceful in a sacrificial role; a fan-favorite return to Telugu cinema. |
| Jagapathi Babu | Angamabali | Antagonist ally; menacing presence. Known for versatile baddie turns. |
| Manoj Kumar Manchu | Mahabhir Lama | Main villain: power-hungry seeker of granthas. Reportedly the highest-paid at ₹5-6 crore, outearning Teja. Transformation lauded. [Pinkvilla] |
| Jayaram | Agastya | Wise mentor figure; guides Vedha spiritually. Veteran Malayalam star adds gravitas. |
| Ritika Nayak | Vibha | Sanyasi disciple reveals prophecy. Fresh energy in sa upporting role. |
| Rana Daggubati | Mysterious Man | Cameo enigma; sparks intrigue. Pan-India draw. |
| Nidhhi Agerwal | Nasha | Pivotal ally; adds glamour and action. |
Mirai Movie Overview: Plot, Budget, and Box Office
Mirai gives the development of a mythological story where Ashoka, after the war, closes his powers in 9 granthas to avoid darkness. Villainous Mahabir Lama takes eight, in search of the ninth Amaragrandha, which is defend by the blood of Vedha. The story is about Vedha, who is a street thief whose selflessness is accentuated by using the divine weapon (Kodanda) that belonged to Lord Ram to deliver salvation to the people, instead of using brute force. The existential topics of destiny, compassion, and the human aspect are explore with gorgeous pictures at the Kumbh Mela and the caves of the Himalayas.
Budget estimates are close to 60 crore, which is impressive considering the heavy usage of VFX effects in the sequences praised by Ram Gopal Varma as being supremely immersive. In weeks, box office revenue exceed 100 crore globally, which can be attribute to exceptionally positive word-of-the-mouth in the face of competition with They Call Him OG, to the point that the team even gave up theatre rooms as a show of goodwill.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Budget | ₹60 crore |
| Collections | ₹100+ crore WW |
| Runtime | 2h 48min |
| Genre | Action, Thriller, Fantasy |
| Languages | Telugu, Hindi |
Cast of Mirai Film: Spotlight on Standouts
Teja Sajja has anchored the cast of Mirai (2025 film) in the role of Vedha who becomes a pickpocket and then turns into a yodha. His rudimentary sporting in train-stopping and bird-hunting scenes are more Hollywood, and it builds on Hanuman hype. Netizens refer to it as career-best, even after the VFXs of Mirai rival movies, Ram Gopal Varma has raised doubts about their budgets.
Mahabir Lama is Manchu Manoj, and he steals the accolades of villains with his path from an enslaved tyrant in the village to a god-like threat. According to Pinkvilla, he has a physical overhaul explaining why he defeated Teja by 3 crores, and she had no choice but to become the Ambika at Ambika’s Kumbh Mela.
Reviews and Verdict: Hit Status for Mirai Cast
The cast of Mirai is praise by critics as raising a well-known superhero cliche. Times of India (3.5/5): “Beautiful fantasy that is done with superb performances. According to Hindustan times the anime-style flair purposes without excess. Reddit threads spoil and complement VFX and emotional satisfaction. The dual review of Ram Gopal Varma, at first glance, then immerse yourself in the nod, is a summation of hype.
Bollywood monster with ₹100+ crore on a 60 crore production, continuing theatre run, no streaming. Them: Sacrifice to gain powers, with a basis in Ashoka-Ramayana mythologies, is echo in the mytho-boom of 2026.
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