Nikhil Swayambhu Release on February 13th Mahasivaratri

Nikhil, who attained nationwide acclaim with the Pan-India blockbuster Karthikeya 2, is now set to captivate audiences once again with his ambitious 20th film, Swayambhu. Mounted on a grand scale, this historical action epic is directed by Bharat Krishnamachari, produced by Bhuvan and Sreekar under Pixel Studios, and presented by Tagore Madhu. With top-tier production values and a powerful Pan-India vision, Swayambhu stands as one of Nikhil’s most prestigious ventures to date.

The makers today unveiled major updates, confirming that the monumental production has officially wrapped its shoot. After an intense two-year journey and 170 days of extensive filming, the team proudly announced the completion. Positioned as an epic celebrating India’s rich history and timeless glory, Swayambhu is set to conquer theatres worldwide this Maha Shivaratri- February 13, 2026.

Describing the experience as both challenging and exhilarating, Nikhil shared insights into the journey in a release date announcement video called Rise Of Swayambhu that offers insights into the world-building and grand making. What began as a single film soon evolved into an expansive world, brought to life through massive sets spread across acres and executed with tremendous craftsmanship. Backed by crores of investment and the unwavering commitment of producers Bhuvan and Sreekar, the team worked with one united goal: to present an extraordinary legend on the big screen.

Rooted in India’s cultural heritage, Swayambhu delves into untold chapters of the past- stories that extend far beyond traditional tales of kings and wars. At its heart lies the saga of a formidable warrior whose valour shaped an era.

In the video, Nikhil also introduced his horse, Maruthi, and highlighted the exceptional technical team responsible for crafting this magnum opus. The actor underwent a complete physical transformation and rigorous training to portray this demanding role with authenticity and intensity. He even dubbed his own role in the Hindi version to lend greater authenticity to the narrative.

The film features Samyuktha and Nabha Natesh as the female leads. Visual maestro KK Senthil Kumar handles cinematography, while acclaimed composer Ravi Basrur provides the musical score. Production design is helmed by M. Prabhaharan and Raveendra, who meticulously shaped the film’s grand visual world.

With the shoot now wrapped, the rise of Swayambhu begins, and anticipation is soaring for this Pan-India spectacle.