Hema Malini attended a special screening of Krishnavataram Part 1 – The Heart in Mathura and praised the film’s scale, performances, and spiritual essence. The screening was held at JV Cinema in Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, making the occasion especially emotional and significant.
Hema Malini’s Reaction
Hema Malini watched the film in its entirety and appreciated its “grand scale, visual presentation, and overall cinematic experience.” The film stars Siddharth Gupta as Lord Krishna, alongside Sushmita Bhatt, Nivashini Krishnan, Sanskruti Jayana, and J. Karthik. Producer Sajan Raj Kurup shared that Hema Malini commended the actors’ performances, direction, and the film’s large-scale production. She also praised the music, hand-painted costumes, handcrafted jewellery, and the effort put in by the entire team, extending her best wishes to them.
Production Details
The film was largely shot in Gujarat, considered Lord Krishna’s karmabhoomi. Its trailer was launched at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, while the team also sought blessings at Banke Bihari Temple, Prem Mandir, and ISKCON in Vrindavan.
Box Office Success
Krishnavataram Part 1 is currently running in over 1,500 theatres across India and has been declared tax-free in Uttar Pradesh, boosting its reach among audiences.



