Thousands of years ago while the rest of the world still lived in caves, India was known to be a highly civilized nation. A great number of kings ruled India but the story of one such king is told to this day as an epic, Ramayana. Ravana, the king of golden Lanka, abducted Seeta, the wife of prince Ram from Ayodhya. When Ram single handedly waged war against Ravan, Ram’s most ardent devotee Hanuman (Humanoid ape) and his entire race helped Ram in winning the war against Ravana and bringing back Seeta. Ram being the avatar of Lord Vishnu and Hanuman being the avatar of Lord Shiva are worshiped across the globe as the most ideal man and strongest being to have ever lived respectively. Inspired from this Indian epic is Hanu-man, a new age Superhero, whose powers are derived from Lord Hanuman. In a fictional place called Anjanadri, a frail, irresponsible, petty thief Hanumanthu comes across a fossilized blood drop of Lord Hanuman and miraculously gets his powers. A wannabe superhero tries to steal it to become invincible. Ultimately it comes down to the battle between the two of them for who will become the Superhero. Hanumanthu is guided by a mystic figure from the times of Ramayana whose objective is to protect that divine power and not let it fall in the hands of evil. What happens to that power and will Lord Hanuman, who is alive to this day, meditating in the Himalayas, intervene to bring back balance to the world forms the rest of the story.
Prasanth Varma, the talented Indian film director and screenwriter, has an intriguing backstory that shaped his creative journey. Let’s delve into his childhood and schooling: Birthdate: May 29, 1989 Birthplace: Palakollu, Andhra Pradesh, India Early Years and Education Prasanth Varma spent his formative years in Telangana, where he grew up with a passion for storytelling and creativity. During his school days, he actively participated in various competitions, including javelin throw, badminton, and quiz competitions. His dedication paid off, as he emerged as one of the toppers in his school. From 1995 to 2004, he attended Sri Saraswathi Shishu Mandir in Fathenagar, Hyderabad, where he honed his academic skills and explored his interests. In pursuit of higher education, Prasanth enrolled at CVR College of Engineering in Telangana. He graduated with a BTech in Computer Science Engineering in 2010. Passion for Filmmaking Prasanth Varma began his journey in 2011 by directing a short film titled “Deenamma Jeevitham”. He then ventured into advertisement films and created several short films, including “A Silent Melody” (2014) and “Dialogue in the Dark” (2017). In 2015, he directed a five-episode web series called “Not Out”, starring cricket legend Brian Lara, which premiered on YuppTV. In 2018, Prasanth Varma made his directorial debut with the film “Awe”, which received acclaim for its subversive portrayal of psychological and social issues. The movie tackled topics such as child abuse, sexual abuse, and drug abuse. His next release was “Kalki” (2019), which he adapted from a web series into a feature film format. Prasanth Varma’s third release was “Zombie Reddy” (2021), the first zombie film in Telugu, which garnered positive reviews and performed well at the box office. Prasanth Varma’s latest project is “Hanu-Man” (2024), marketed as the first Telugu superhero film. Starring Teja Sajja as Hanumanthu and Amritha Aiyer as Meenakshi, the film was released on January 12, 2024, coinciding with Sankranti. Entrepreneurial Ventures Prasanth’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Adsville, an advertising company, in 2016. His creative vision extended to other entertainment-based ventures, including Flickville, Scriptsville, and the ambitious Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU). PVCU Prasanth Varma’s innovative approach and passion for storytelling have given rise to this exciting cinematic universe. The Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) is an exciting venture created by Indian film director and screenwriter Prasanth Varma. Inspired by Indian superheroes and drawing from our rich cultural heritage, the PVCU aims to tell captivating stories through a series of interconnected films. Debut with “Hanu-Man”: “Hanu-Man” serves as the inaugural installment of the PVCU. Released in 2024, it is marketed as the first Telugu superhero film. The movie stars Teja Sajja as Hanumanthu and Amritha Aiyer as Meenakshi. Prasanth Varma skillfully weaves elements of Indian mythology into this larger-than-life universe. Directors Note The PVCU draws inspiration from our rich mythological traditions, infusing them with contemporary storytelling. Expect to see iconic characters, epic battles, and a celebration of our cultural heritage.