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Yogi Adityanath Meets 'Krishnavataram' Team, Director Calls Film "History, Not Mythology"

The cast and crew of the upcoming film 'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart' met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. Director Hardik Gajjar and producer Sajan Raj Kurup expressed gratitude for the CM's guidance and the film's launch at Krishna Janmabhoomi. Gajjar stressed the film's purpose is to present cultural history, not mythology, to future generations. The film, featuring Siddharth Gupta as Krishna, is scheduled for a theatrical release on May 7, 2026.

Key Points: Yogi Adityanath Guides 'Krishnavataram' Film Team in Lucknow

  • Film team meets UP CM
  • Project presented as cultural history
  • Launch on Krishna Janmabhoomi
  • Star-studded cast announced
  • Theatrical release set for 2026
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"History, not mythology": Director Hardik Gajjar meets UP CM Yogi to discuss 'Krishnavataram'

UP CM Yogi Adityanath met the cast & crew of 'Krishnavataram'. Director Hardik Gajjar emphasized the film's cultural significance as "history, not mythology".

"This is our history, not mythology. - Hardik Gajjar"

Lucknow, April 17

The cast and crew of the film 'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart' met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his residence in Lucknow.

Director Hardik Gajjar, Producer Sajan Raj Kurup, along with actors Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana, were present during the meeting.

Speaking after the interaction, producer Sajan Raj Kurup said, "It was great meeting with CM Yogi. We are grateful for the way he guided us. We are thankful to the administration that we were able to launch this film on Krishna Janmabhoomi. He told us that more such movies should be made..."

Gajjar emphasised the film's cultural significance, stating, "This is our history, not mythology. This is what we can impart to the future generations... We can advocate and propagate our culture and religion as much as we can from this medium..."

Directed by Hardik Gajjar, the film features Siddharth Gupta as Krishna, Sushmitha Bhat as Radha, Sanskruti Jayana as Satyabhama, and Nivaashiyni Krishnan as Rukmini.

The film is produced by Sajan Raj Kurup and Shobha Sant, along with Poonam Shroff and Parth Gajjar.

The screenplay has been written by Prakash Kapadia, Raam Mori, and Hardik Gajjar, while cinematography is handled by Ayananka Bose.

The film's music and background score are composed by Prasad S, with lyrics penned by Irshad Kamil.

'Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)' is set to hit theatres on May 7, 2026. (ANI) ,

- ANI

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Priya S
I appreciate the effort to showcase our culture, but I hope the focus remains on the philosophical and ethical teachings of Lord Krishna, rather than just the politics. The meeting with the CM gives me mixed feelings about the film's intent.
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Vikram M
The cast looks promising! Siddharth Gupta as Krishna is an interesting choice. Hope they do justice to the character's depth and complexity. It's a massive responsibility to portray such a revered figure on screen.
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Sarah B
As someone interested in Indian culture, I find this fascinating. The distinction between "history" and "mythology" is a complex one globally. I hope the film is accessible to international audiences who want to understand these stories.
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Rohit P
Good to see films on our dharmic heritage getting support. The team meeting Yogi ji is a positive sign for the project's authenticity. Jai Shri Krishna! 🚩 The lineup of Prasad S for music and Irshad Kamil for lyrics is also top-notch.
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Michael C
The production team seems very experienced. Prakash Kapadia writing the screenplay is a huge plus. I just hope the narrative doesn't get diluted by trying to please everyone. These stories have inherent power; they should let that shine.
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Ananya R

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