
The film is essentially based on the life of freedom fighter Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy, who rebelled against the Britishers in what is being touted as India's first ever rebellion against the British rule. It is a Telugu film that is being dubbed in different languages for a wider reach.

In the poster released of the film, Amitabh was introduced as Gosaayi Venkanna, who is introduced as the the guiding force and guru behind Narasimha Reddy's freedom struggle. This film will mark Amitabh's debut in Telugu film industry.
The veteran star sports a never-seen-before look for the film.

Vijay Sethu[athi will be seen playing the role of Chiranjeevi’s character's confidante. He plays the ferocious fighter and soul of Sye Raa’s army.

After working with Prabhas in 'Bahubali', Tamannaah takes up another South Indian film as she plays the character whose heart belongs to the nation and she will do whatever it takes to strengthen Narasimha Reddy’s ultimate ambition of freeing India from the clutches of the British rulers.

Head covered in a beautiful chunni and adorning traditional Indian jewellery, the actress is seen playing a coy woman in the poster of the film. Nayanthara plays Chiranjeevi’s wife in the film.

Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep is also a part of the film as he plays a character called Avuku Raju who is the ambitious leader and nemesis of Narasimha Reddy. He will be seen joining the forces in the revolt against the British rule.

Jagapathi plays Veera Reddy in the film who is shown to be belong to the royal family. He joins Narasimha Reddy in his mission.