Hari Om OTT, under Bharat Next Gen, announces AI-powered mythological film Dronacharya, premiering in June 2026. This Mahabharata-inspired epic leverages artificial intelligence to vividly recreate ancient India, marking the start of three annual theatrical films and six AI-driven series focused on devotional stories.
Hari Om OTT is revolutionizing Indian cinema with its bold AI-first strategy in mythological storytelling. The platform, known for spiritual and devotional content, has built an in-house AI team over 14 months to handle everything from scripting to visuals.
Dronacharya Brief
Dronacharya traces the legendary Mahabharata guru's journey from humble teacher to master of epic warriors like Arjuna. The film delves into his emotional conflicts, including loyalty to his son Ashwatthama versus dharma. AI technology enables unprecedented scale in depicting Vedic-era grandeur, blending tradition with cutting-edge innovation for immersive viewing.
AI Innovation in Production
Unlike typical post-production AI use, Hari Om OTT integrates artificial intelligence across the entire creative pipeline. This includes AI creative directors, devotional researchers, and scriptwriters crafting authentic narratives rooted in India's sacred history. The approach promises deeper visuals and larger-scale recreations of ancient worlds, aligning with India's AI-first growth vision.
Future Slate and Expansion
Post-Dronacharya, expect theatrical releases on Khatushyam Ji, Salasar Balaji, and Rani Dadi Sati. The studio plans six AI-driven devotional series yearly, plus state-wise documentary series promoting temples and cultural heritage tourism. Director Kanhiya Mittal emphasizes positioning India as a leader in human-centric AI storytelling.
Key highlights
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Dronacharya theatrical release in June 2026 as AI-mythological flagship
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In-house AI ecosystem for full production cycle after 14 months development
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Annual output: 3 films, 6 series on devotional icons like Agrasen Maharaj Ji
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New AI documentaries boosting India heritage tourism
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Echoes PM's AI innovation push for cultural authenticity
Sources: Moneycontrol, Hollywood Reporter India, Adgully