Producer Gokulam Gopalan’s Sree Gokulam Movies, the banner known for pushing Indian cinema’s boundaries with bold storytelling and breathtaking scale, has delivered another showstopper. The much-awaited theatrical trailer for Kathanar — starring Jayasurya, Anushka Shetty, and Prabhu Deva alongside a powerhouse ensemble — has just dropped, and it’s nothing short of a visual knockout.
In a blistering 2 minutes and 49 seconds, the trailer explodes onto the screen with jaw-dropping visuals, a pulse-pounding musical score, razor-sharp sound design, and the irresistible star power of its lead trio. Blending high-octane fantasy with an ancient, mystical world, Kathanar promises a cinematic spectacle unlike anything seen before.
At the helm is director Rojin Thomas, the visionary behind the beloved Home, who has co-written the screenplay with R. Ramanand. With principal photography already wrapped and post-production in full swing, the team is racing toward a grand worldwide release in 2026, set to hit theatres in up to 15 languages.
The trailer has set the internet ablaze, winning instant raves from critics, trade analysts, and fans alike — a rare pre-release triumph that’s already building sky-high expectations.
Joining the lead cast are Sanoop Santhosh, Sandy, Devika, Nitish Bharadwaj, Vineeth, Harish Uthaman, Srikant Murali, and Kulpreet Yadav in pivotal roles. Shot extensively using cutting-edge virtual production technology, Kathanar boasts stunning cinematography by Neil D’Cunha, an evocative score by Rahul Subrahmanian, and VFX supervision by the director himself. Production design is by the legendary Rajeevan, while the high-voltage action sequences are choreographed by Jungjin Park and Kalai Kingson. V. C. Praveen and Baiju Gopalan are co-producers, with Krishnamoorthy serving as executive producer.
Kathanar isn’t just a film — it’s shaping up to be a full-blown theatrical event. The trailer has spoken. Now the countdown begins.
