Recently, Collective Artists Network announced the launch of Historyverse on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and the news is spreading rapidly across the internet. Collective Artists Network is India’s largest talent management and pop-culture agency, and Collective Studios is its newly formed integrated production arm. And, Historyverse is the studio’s ambitious “AI-based” storytelling universe. It aims to modernise Indian mythology and history and create a cinematic world using cutting-edge technologies like generative AI and 3D/CG animation. Now, HistoryVerse is going to launch 8 new projects, which include movies and series. Collective Studios has revealed an initial slate of eight films, which are receiving rave reviews from critics, who are excited to learn more about the project.
| Details | Information |
| Announced By | Vijay Subramaniam (Founder of Collective Artists Network) |
| Universe Name | Historyverse |
| Official Announcement Date | January 20, 2026 (Reported) |
| Objective / Purpose | Modernise Indian mythology & history with a global cinematic universe |
| Total Projects Announced | 8 Projects (Films + Series) |
| Trailer Available On | YouTube (HistoryVerse: Mahabharat – Ek Dharmayudh) |
| Budget | Not officially revealed |
| Cast Details | Not confirmed yet (AI-generated / high-tech format) |
| Crew Details | Some directors/producers confirmed (see project table below) |
According to sources, the Collective Artists Network stated the announcement of the launch of Historyverse on January 20, 2026. All projects will be created within the Collective Artists Network and Collective Studio. Vijay Subramaniam, founder of Collective Artists Network, believes that Indian folktales deserve a “global platform” and should be known globally. He also revealed details about eight upcoming AI-generated films. Yes, these films have been created using AI-based technology. The official launch of this universe coincided with the already released AI-powered “Mahabharata” series, which served as a proof-of-concept for this high-tech approach. Its trailer is available on YouTube, shared by JioHotstar titled HistoryVerse: Mahabharat – Ek Dharmayudh. Now, the first phase includes eight major projects inspired by iconic spiritual and historical figures that tell the story of a history that has been lost to the modern world.
These stories are being developed under three different projects:
- Theatrical Films (3 Projects): Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal, Krishna, and Shiva Shakti.
- Streaming Series (2 Projects): Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Swami Samarth
- Additional Projects (3 Projects): Durga, Kali, and Mahishasur Mardini.
The upcoming films and series under these 8 titled projects
- The film “Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal” will be directed by National Award winner Rajesh Mapuskar (known for Ventilator and Ferrari Ki Sawaari). Its release date is yet to be finalised, but it is expected to be released around Hanuman Jayanti 2026. The first poster and preview feature Hanuman in a “hyper-realistic” look, and have received critical acclaim. The film’s story focuses on the “Chiranjeevi” aspect of Lord Hanuman, his immortality, and reimagines his power and devotion through a high-end visual journey.
- “Mahabharata: A Dharmayuddh” is already in the works, and it served as an “initial project” for Historyverse. It’s a massive 100-episode series, making it a long-format series. It’s streaming on JioHotstar (WAVES OTT) and airing on Star Plus/Doordarshan, which means it’s easily accessible to everyone. This project proved that AI could handle complex battle scenes (like Kurukshetra) and intricate character designs for longer stories, and following its success, Collective Artists took on other projects. Its trailer was launched on YouTube in October 2026.
- “Krishna” and “Shiva-Shakti” (theatrical projects) are two separate big-budget films in production that focus on the archetypes of Krishna and Shiva. These films will be directed by Rajesh Mapuskar, who will also direct the upcoming film Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal. The story of Krishna is expected to be an epic saga that will focus on his role as a skilled strategist and the lessons. On the other hand, Shiva-Shakti has been described as an “emotional, atmospheric” film that focuses on the meditative and destructive aspects of the deity. It also signifies the bond of love and respect between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- “Shivaji Maharaj” is a historical feature film that tells the story of our freedom fighters (Swarajya). Now, moving from mythology to history, the project aims to portray the life of Maratha emperor Shivaji Maharaj, and will prioritise aspects of his “strategic genius” and “guerrilla warfare”, using artificial intelligence to recreate 17th-century forts and naval battles with historical accuracy. It’s expected to be a hit with Marathi-speaking audiences.
- “Durga“, “Mahisuramardini“, and “Kali” are the names of goddesses who transform from compassionate to destructive goddess, who destroys all demons and protects other gods. It is a female goddess-led action-fantasy series that focuses on fierce manifestations of the divine feminine. These are expected to be more serious and intense stories targeted at adult audiences on the OTT platform.
- “Durga” “MahishsurMardini” & “Kali” is the project of that lordess who change themselves from a kind-hearted to a destructive lordess to kill all the rakshas and save other gods. It is a female-led action-fantasy series focusing on the fierce manifestations of the Divine Feminine. These are expected to be darker, more intense narratives aimed at adult audiences on OTT platforms. At present, the exact details related to these lordess series, such as the story, when it will be released, and more is not revealed. At present, the exact details related to this Lourdes series, such as the story, release date, etc., have not been revealed.
| Project Name | Format | Where to Watch | Expected Release | Director / Crew | Key Details |
| Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal | Theatrical Film | In Theatres (Expected) | Around Hanuman Jayanti 2026 (Expected) | Directed by Rajesh Mapuskar | Focus on the immortal (Chiranjeevi) aspect of Hanuman, hyper-real visuals |
| Krishna | Theatrical Film | In Theatres (Expected) | Not revealed | Rajesh Mapuskar (Reported) | Epic saga focusing on Krishna’s strategy & life lessons |
| Shiva–Shakti | Theatrical Film | In Theatres (Expected) | Not revealed | Rajesh Mapuskar (Reported) | Emotional + atmospheric film based on the Shiva & Parvati bond |
| Mahabharata: Ek Dharmayuddh | Streaming Series (100 Episodes) | JioHotstar (WAVES OTT) + Star Plus / Doordarshan | Already in progress/trailer in Oct 2026 | Historyverse Core Team | Proof AI can handle battle scenes + deep character design |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj | Streaming Series / Film Project | OTT (Expected) | Not revealed | Not confirmed | Focus on Swarajya, guerrilla warfare, forts & naval battles recreated with AI |
| Swami Samarth | Streaming Series | OTT (Expected) | Not revealed | Not confirmed | Spiritual-based series (details not revealed yet) |
| Durga | OTT Project / Action-Fantasy | OTT (Expected) | Not revealed | Not confirmed | Divine feminine fierce form, darker tone aimed at adults |
| Kali / Mahishasur Mardini | OTT Project / Action-Fantasy | OTT (Expected) | Not revealed | Not confirmed | Intense goddess-led mythological stories, adult-focused narrative |
Songs and Tracklist
If we talk about the songs, then presently, no exact details have been revealed related to this topic. Sources claim that there is a song named Trilok that will be the “world’s first AI-powered band,” which mixes traditional Vedic chants with modern cinematic scores. We have mentioned all the details related to this topic above in this article, and we will update you soon after getting the other information.
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