Archive · 5 Nov 2025
Vicky Kaushal, Director Amar Kaushik to Give Up Non-Veg for 'Mahavatar'
An actor named Vicky Kaushal is preparing to play a big role as Lord Parashurama in a new movie called 'Mahavatar', directed by Amar Kaushik.
To show respect and get really focused for the part, both Vicky and Amar have decided to stop eating non-vegetarian food.
Vicky is also giving up alcohol until the movie is finished.
They believe this deep preparation will help them make the movie a special experience for moviegoers.
Amar Kaushik feels this film is a significant responsibility, connected to his childhood memories.
The movie is expected to start filming in mid-2026 after Vicky finishes another project, and it's now planned to come out in 2027.
Vicky Kaushal is set to portray Lord Parashurama in Amar Kaushik's upcoming film, 'Mahavatar'.
Both Vicky Kaushal and director Amar Kaushik are giving up non-vegetarian food as part of their preparation for the film.
Vicky Kaushal is also quitting alcohol until the film's production is complete, as a sign of respect for the character.
Director Amar Kaushik considers 'Mahavatar' a significant career responsibility, inspired by his childhood connection to Parashuram Kund.
The film's production is scheduled to begin in mid-2026 after Kaushal finishes his other commitments, with an updated release target of 2027.
- Who
- Vicky Kaushal and director Amar Kaushik
- What
- Are giving up non-vegetarian food, with Vicky Kaushal also quitting alcohol, as part of their preparation for the film 'Mahavatar'.
- When
- Vicky Kaushal will begin his preparations after wrapping up 'Love and War'; Amar Kaushik has already quit non-veg. The film is slated for a mid-2026 shoot, with an expected release in 2027.
- Where
- India (implied for Bollywood production)
- Why
- To focus completely and prepare for their roles in the epic film 'Mahavatar', based on the life of Lord Parashurama, as a form of respect for the character and role.
- Film Title
- Mahavatar
- Director
- Amar Kaushik
- Lead Actor
- Vicky Kaushal
- Character
- Lord Parashurama
- Vicky Kaushal's Preparation
- Quitting non-vegetarian food and alcohol
- Amar Kaushik's Preparation
- Quitting non-vegetarian food
- Start of Shoot
- Mid-2026 (after Vicky Kaushal finishes 'Love and War')
- Previous Release Date
- Christmas 2026
- New Expected Release Date
- 2027
