Amish Tripathi Denies Ranveer Singh Meluha Reports
Reports claiming that Ranveer Singh had secured the rights to adapt Amish Tripathi’s bestselling Shiva Trilogy into a major film franchise have been officially denied by the author, putting an end to one of the biggest Bollywood speculations currently circulating online.
The rumours gathered momentum after multiple entertainment portals reported that Ranveer Singh was preparing to headline an ambitious adaptation of The Immortals of Meluha, with the actor allegedly set to portray Lord Shiva in a trilogy backed by Birla Studios. The reports quickly triggered widespread discussion across social media, especially among fans of both the actor and Amish Tripathi’s bestselling mythological novels. However, Amish has now clarified that no such agreement has been signed and that the rights to the Shiva Trilogy still remain with him.
Ranveer Singh Meluha Reports Dismissed by Author
Speaking to Variety India, Amish Tripathi directly addressed the speculation and denied claims that Ranveer Singh or any production house had officially acquired the adaptation rights to the Shiva Trilogy. The author stated that while he respects Ranveer Singh and admires his work, the reports currently doing the rounds are not accurate.
The clarification arrived just hours after several publications carried reports suggesting that Ranveer had acquired the rights through his production banner and was planning a large-scale cinematic universe around the books. According to those reports, the actor was expected to lead the trilogy himself in the role of Lord Shiva while collaborating with Birla Studios on the ambitious adaptation.
The reports also claimed that development work had already begun, with screenplay discussions and franchise planning allegedly underway. Some entertainment outlets described the project as one of the biggest mythological ventures currently being explored in Indian cinema, which further amplified public interest around the possibility of the adaptation finally moving forward after years of speculation.
How the Rumours Around The Immortals of Meluha Began
The speculation appears to have intensified following the strong response to Ranveer Singh’s recent projects and growing industry chatter around the actor taking on large-scale franchise films. Entertainment reports suggested that Ranveer had been passionate about adapting The Immortals of Meluha for years and viewed the story as a perfect opportunity to create an expansive cinematic universe rooted in mythology and fantasy.
Several reports claimed the proposed trilogy would be mounted on an international scale with elaborate visual effects, high production values, and extensive world-building. Industry insiders quoted in those reports suggested that the makers were planning a long-term franchise that could potentially redefine mythology-based storytelling in mainstream Indian cinema.
The reports also highlighted Ranveer Singh’s energetic screen presence and intense performances as reasons he was being considered suitable for the role of Shiva. Online discussions quickly followed, with fans debating how the actor would approach such an iconic mythological character if the project eventually materialised.
Amish Tripathi’s statement, however, has now clarified that no formal collaboration currently exists.
Why The Immortals of Meluha Continues to Attract Filmmakers
The Immortals of Meluha remains one of the most commercially successful and widely recognised mythological fiction novels published in India over the past decade. Written by Amish Tripathi, the book serves as the opening chapter of the Shiva Trilogy, followed by The Secret of the Nagas and The Oath of the Vayuputras.
The story presents a fictional reimagining of Lord Shiva, portraying him as a Tibetan tribal leader who gradually transforms into the legendary Neelkanth and protector of Meluha, a near-perfect civilisation inspired by the Indus Valley era. Blending mythology, fantasy, politics, and action, the trilogy developed a massive readership and quickly became a cultural phenomenon after publication.
Its cinematic scale, layered mythology, and larger-than-life storytelling have long made the series attractive material for film and streaming adaptations. Over the years, several major filmmakers and studios have explored the possibility of bringing the books to screen, but none of the projects have successfully moved beyond the development stage.
Previous Attempts to Adapt the Shiva Trilogy
This is far from the first time The Immortals of Meluha has been linked to a screen adaptation. Earlier efforts to develop the franchise involved some of the biggest names in the Indian film industry.
Years ago, filmmaker Karan Johar reportedly acquired the rights to the books with plans to produce a feature film adaptation directed by Karan Malhotra. Despite initial excitement surrounding the announcement, the project was eventually shelved amid concerns over the challenges involved in portraying a revered mythological figure on screen.
Later, reports suggested that filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali had also acquired the rights, though that version too failed to move forward.
In 2022, another adaptation attempt emerged in the form of a high-budget digital series reportedly involving filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and producer Roy Price. That version was expected to reintroduce the Shiva Trilogy for global streaming audiences, but it too stalled before entering production. According to recent reports, the rights eventually reverted back to Amish Tripathi himself.
The repeated delays and unfinished adaptation attempts have only added to the intrigue surrounding the trilogy. Every new rumour connected to the books continues to attract major public attention because audiences remain curious about whether the story will finally make its way to screens in a definitive form.
Ranveer Singh’s Upcoming Projects Remain Busy
While the Meluha speculation has now been denied, Ranveer Singh continues to maintain a packed professional schedule with several films reportedly in development.
The actor is expected to collaborate with filmmaker Aditya Dhar on an upcoming directorial project following the success of Dhurandhar. Reports have also linked him to Pralay, a zombie thriller directed by Jay Mehta that is expected to begin production later this year.
The recent rumours surrounding The Immortals of Meluha added to the perception that Ranveer Singh is actively looking toward ambitious franchise-driven projects as he expands his career choices. Given the scale and popularity associated with Amish Tripathi’s novels, it is easy to understand why the speculation gained such rapid traction across the entertainment industry.
For now, however, Amish Tripathi’s latest statement has made the situation clear. No rights agreement has been signed, no official adaptation has been announced, and the future of The Immortals of Meluha on screen remains uncertain.
