Telugu cinema had its biggest release of last month in Nani’s The Paradise, which arrived amid massive expectations. Now, the weekend brings a fresh set of releases. Here are five films hitting the big screens this Friday, capitalizing on the Gandhi Jayanthi weekend. Drop a comment saying which of these would be your first choice.
5. Anakapalli
Starring Vikram Sahidev and Sandhya Vasishta, Anakapalli is an action romance directed by Khagesh Tammineni. Set against a rural backdrop, the film revolves around a youngster caught between love and the dangerous world of crime. With limited star power, its prospects largely depend on content and word of mouth.
4. Thella Kaagitham
Harsh Roshan of Court fame and Nakshatra headline Thella Kaagitham, a musical romance directed by Ramesh Bandreddi, with music by Vijay Bulganin. A leaked intimate scene recently created considerable buzz online, putting the film in the spotlight ahead of release. The makers will now hope that curiosity translates into theatrical footfall.
3. Good Time
Nikhil Gajula and Anyuktha Nallani lead Good Time, a youthful comedy-drama directed by Chanakya Jilla. The film promises a light-hearted entertainer aimed primarily at younger audiences. With no major star attached, the holiday weekend and audience word of mouth will be crucial for its theatrical prospects.
2. Don’t Trouble The Trouble
Fahadh Faasil and Ssara Palekar headline Shashank Yeleti’s fantasy drama Don’t Trouble The Trouble. The film has gained additional attention through its association with SS Rajamouli’s family, while Jr NTR’s appearance at the pre-release event further boosted its buzz. Fahadh’s presence and the unusual fantasy premise make this one of the more distinctive releases of the week.
1. Sigma
Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah headline Sigma, which marks Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut. The action-adventure heist film has naturally generated curiosity around Vijay’s son stepping behind the camera, while Chiranjeevi attending the pre-release event added further publicity. Faria Abdullah is also making her Tamil debut, giving Sigma multiple talking points ahead of Friday.
