Vijay Deverakonda's Independence Day post: 'Never forget the cost'
Synopsis
Vijay Deverakonda turned Independence Day into a dual moment — a patriotic call to 'never forget the cost' of freedom, and a first look at 'Ranabaali', his British-era period drama about suppressed historical events from the 1850s. With Arnold Vosloo as the villain and Rashmika Mandanna co-starring, this pan-India project is shaping up as one of Telugu cinema's most ambitious historical bets.
Key Takeaways
Vijay Deverakonda shared an Independence Day message on 15 August urging Indians to honour their forefathers' sacrifices.
He simultaneously released a new poster from his upcoming film 'Ranabaali' , directed by Rahul Sankrityan . 'Ranabaali' is a period action drama based on real events between 1854 and 1878 , described as a pan-India project.
Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo , known for 'The Mummy' , plays antagonist Sir Theodore Hector ; Rashmika Mandanna plays Deverakonda's wife Jayamma .
This is the third on-screen pairing of Deverakonda and Mandanna, after 'Geetha Govindam' and 'Dear Comrade' .
A key schedule was completed in Rayalaseema in April ; the film is produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y.
Ravi Shankar , presented by T-Series .
Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda marked Independence Day on 15 August with a heartfelt social media message urging Indians to honour the sacrifices of their forefathers — and simultaneously unveiled a new poster from his highly anticipated period film 'Ranabaali', directed by Rahul Sankrityan.
The Independence Day Message
Taking to his social media timelines, Deverakonda wrote: “A day of immense celebration. A day to remember how hard our forefathers fought for it, and how far we have come. #NeverForget the cost. And bring glory to your families and the country. Happy Independence Day my brothers, my people.” The post drew widespread attention from fans across the country.
Ranabaali Poster Unveiled
Alongside his Independence Day greeting, the actor shared a new poster from 'Ranabaali', in which he plays a brave patriot — a role that resonated with the occasion's theme. The film stars Rashmika Mandanna as his wife Jayamma, and Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo — best known for portraying Imhotep in the blockbuster 'The Mummy' — as the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector.
About the Film
'Ranabaali' is a period action drama set against a British-era backdrop, covering real historical events from 1854 to 1878. Produced on a grand scale by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar, with T-Series presenting the film, it is being mounted as a massive pan-India project. A crucial schedule was wrapped at Rayalaseema in April this year.
According to sources, the film is inspired by real incidents from the 1850s that reportedly never found space in mainstream history books. It is described not as a biopic or textbook retelling, but as a cinematic reconstruction of the era built from multiple real accounts, oral histories, and suppressed records — incidents that sources claim were misrepresented in British-era historical accounts.
A Reunion on Screen
After 'Geetha Govindam' and 'Dear Comrade', 'Ranabaali' will mark the third collaboration between Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna as an on-screen pair — a pairing that has historically drawn strong audience interest. With its Independence Day poster drop, the film's makers appear to be building deliberate patriotic momentum ahead of its release.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Vijay Deverakonda post on Independence Day?
Vijay Deverakonda posted a message on his social media urging Indians to remember their forefathers' sacrifices and to 'never forget the cost' of freedom. He also shared a new poster from his upcoming film 'Ranabaali' on the occasion.
What is the film 'Ranabaali' about?
'Ranabaali' is a period action drama set against a British-era backdrop, based on real historical events between 1854 and 1878. According to sources, it draws on oral histories and suppressed records from the 1850s that reportedly never featured in mainstream history books.
Who stars in 'Ranabaali' alongside Vijay Deverakonda?
Rashmika Mandanna plays Jayamma, Deverakonda's wife in the film. Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo, known for 'The Mummy', plays the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector.
Is 'Ranabaali' a biopic?
According to sources close to the production, 'Ranabaali' is not a biopic or a textbook retelling. It is described as a cinematic reconstruction of the era, built from multiple real accounts, oral histories, and records that sources claim were misrepresented by the British.
How many films have Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna done together?
'Ranabaali' will be their third film together as an on-screen pair, following 'Geetha Govindam' and 'Dear Comrade'.
