Vijay Deverakonda’s New Film Draws Mixed Reactions Over ‘Mummy’ Actor Casting

Vijay Deverakonda’s upcoming film with director Rahul Sankrityan is once again in the spotlight owing to its casting choices. The actor’s films often generate buzz when international artists join the team... just like when Mike Tyson was roped in for Liger. Although that collaboration failed to elevate the film, fans hoped the new project would follow a different path.

According to ongoing reports, South African actor Arnold Vosloo—best known for his role in The Mummy franchise—is likely to play a key role in the film. The moment this update surfaced online, fans expressed mixed opinions.

While some viewers are excited about seeing a seasoned global actor join a Telugu project, others remain cautious. A section of fans fears that this could turn into a repeat of Liger, where an internationally famous personality was included but with no real impact on the film’s outcome. As Vijay is already navigating a rough phase with consecutive flops, the relevance of such casting has become a talking point.

However, many are hopeful because Vijay and Rahul Sankrityan previously delivered the successful Taxiwaala. Expectations are high that their reunion will restore Vijay’s winning streak, regardless of the international casting element.