Archive · 19 Aug 2026
Shiva Nirvana Explains Irumudi’s Rituals, Story And Cast
Irumudi is a new film directed by Shiva Nirvana.
It stars Ravi Teja and Priya Bhavani Shankar.
The story includes family problems and crime, along with spiritual traditions linked to Ayyappa Mala.
Shiva said the film is not mainly an Ayyappa Swamy movie.
He personally followed the Mala and attended Padi puja to understand these traditions.
He also said Ram Charan is not appearing in the film, despite online rumors.
A song from the movie became very popular and crossed nine million views in two days.
Irumudi is planned for a big theatrical release on August 21.
Director Shiva Nirvana says Irumudi combines Ayyappa Mala traditions, family drama and crime elements.
Nirvana personally wore the Ayyappa Mala and attended Padi puja to understand the rituals.
He clarified that Irumudi is not an Ayyappa Swamy film and denied Ram Charan’s rumored appearance.
The film stars Ravi Teja and Priya Bhavani Shankar and is scheduled for theatrical release on August 21.
The song “Mallepoola Pallaki” gained more than nine million views in two days, according to Nirvana.
- Who
- Director Shiva Nirvana, actors Ravi Teja and Priya Bhavani Shankar, and other cast members including child artist Nakshatra and Sai Kumar.
- What
- Shiva Nirvana discussed Irumudi’s themes, rituals, cast rumors, music and release plans.
- When
- The film is scheduled for theatrical release on August 21; “Mallepoola Pallaki” reportedly crossed nine million views in two days.
- Where
- The film was shot extensively in Silresu.
- Why
- Nirvana said he experienced the Ayyappa Mala and Padi puja to understand the rituals and cultural significance portrayed in the film.
- Film
- Irumudi
- Director
- Shiva Nirvana
- Lead cast
- Ravi Teja and Priya Bhavani Shankar
- Production banner
- Mythri Movie Makers
- Release
- August 21, in theaters
- Story elements
- Family drama, crime thriller, action, spirituality and fantasy
- Song performance
- “Mallepoola Pallaki” reportedly received more than nine million views in two days