India, Jan. 26 -- Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are all set to star in their new film, titled Ranabaali, earlier called VD14. Taking to its YouTube channel on Monday, on the occasion of Republic Day, Mythri Movie Makers shared a video giving the first glimpse of Vijay and Rashmika in the film. The film, directed by Rahul Sankrityan, will release in theatres this year.

Before introducing the "cursed land" and its hero, the makers showcase the British rule in India through intense visuals and a powerful narrative. Rahul Sankrityan's narration sheds light on the sufferings inflicted by the British, especially in regions deliberately turned into drought zones under officials such as Richard Temple. The glimpse talks about the massi...