The makers of Valmiki have postponed the film's release by a week to avoid a clash with Nani's Gang Leader at the Box Office. Valmiki was initially slated for release on September 13. The film will now hit the screens on September 20, 2019. Varun Tej shared the news on his social media page and wrote, "A new release date! September 20th it is! But assure you all that this September 20 is gonna be banging! #ValmikiOnSep20th "

Varun Tej essays the lead role of a notorious gangster and is sporting a never-seen-before look. The film is a remake of Tamil film Jigarthanda originally directed by Karthik Subbaraj. However, the film's script has been tweaked to suit the Telugu audience. Kollywood actor Atharvaa Murali makes his Tollywood debut with Valmiki. He plays the role of an aspiring young filmmaker. Pooja Hedge plays the leading lady. 

Directed by Harish Shankar the film has music by Mickey J Meyer, cinematography by Ayananka Bose and editing by Chota K Prasad. It is produced by Ram Achanta and Gopi Achanta.