Prashanth Neel Eyes Mythological Genre After Jr NTR's Dragon
Prashanth Neel confirms his plans to explore Indian mythology films after Dragon with Jr NTR, which is set for a grand June 2027 release.
Dumtika Editorial
May 21, 2026 · 1 min read
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Jr NTR and Dragon Set to Open New Chapter for Prashanth Neel
Director Prashanth Neel has created a storm with the much-awaited glimpse of his upcoming project, Dragon, featuring superstar Jr NTR in the lead. The sneak peek triggered a wave of excitement among fans, signaling another massive cinematic event under Neel's direction.
Known for his string of successful dark action dramas, Neel discussed his evolving creative aspirations in an exclusive chat with Baradwaj Rangan. He surprised many by revealing that Dragon will ultimately unfold as a patriotic drama, marking a slight shift from his usual genre. The director also shared his longstanding dream to make films rooted in Indian mythology, stating, "I have been yearning to make Indian mythology based films for nearly two decades." Neel assured that this move towards mythological storytelling will materialize once his existing projects are wrapped up.
With the first look of Dragon being met with sensational buzz and fans flooding social media with their anticipation, the film is now locked for a grand worldwide release on June 11, 2027. Neel emphasized that all his energy is currently focused on delivering Dragon, mentioning that any fresh narrative concepts meant for a Salaar sequel would instead be woven into this new film.
After Dragon's release, audiences can look forward to Prashanth Neel embarking on a new journey—tapping into the grandeur and allure of Indian mythological cinema.
