Ranveer Singh to Reportedly Play ‘Lord Shiva’ in ‘The Immortals of Meluha’ Trilogy

May 12, 2026

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is reportedly set to play the role of Lord Shiva in an upcoming film trilogy based on Amish Tripathi’s bestselling novel “The Immortals of Meluha.” According to media reports, discussions regarding the ambitious adaptation are currently underway, though an official confirmation from the makers is still awaited.

Big-Screen Adaptation of Bestseller

The Immortals of Meluha, released in 2010, is the first book in Amish Tripathi’s popular Shiva Trilogy. The novel reimagines Lord Shiva as a human hero whose journey eventually transforms him into a divine figure. The book series became a major success across India and has long been considered for a cinematic adaptation.

Industry reports suggest the planned project may be developed as a large-scale mythological action franchise aimed at both Indian and global audiences.

Ranveer Singh Linked to Lead Role

Reports indicate that Ranveer Singh has been approached to portray Lord Shiva due to his energetic screen presence and versatility as an actor. If finalised, the role would mark one of the biggest projects of his career and his first major venture into the mythological fantasy genre.

However, neither the actor nor the production team has officially announced the casting details so far.

Popularity of the Shiva Trilogy

Amish Tripathi’s Shiva Trilogy includes the following:

• The Immortals of Meluha
• The Secret of the Nagas
• The Oath of the Vayuputras

The books gained massive popularity for blending mythology, philosophy and fantasy storytelling, creating strong anticipation among fans for a film adaptation.

Further details regarding the director, production timeline and cast are expected to be announced in the coming months.