Sankranthi 2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster season for Telugu cinema, with prominent players locking horns at the box office. Dil Raju, a key player in Tollywood, is betting big with two films: Game Changer, starring Ram Charan, and Sankranthiki Vastunnam. Adding to the competition is Sitara Entertainments’ Daaku Maharaj, another project associated with Dil Raju’s close circle.
However, the equation takes an intriguing turn with Mythri Movie Makers entering the race with Good Bad Ugly, starring Tamil superstar Ajith. While Ajith has a limited market in Telugu states, Mythri’s robust distribution network and control over theaters make this film a significant contender. Interestingly, when Mythri released Waltair Veerayya and Veera Simha Reddy during Sankranthi 2023, Dil Raju managed to secure a grand release for Vijay’s Varisu. Now, it remains to be seen if Mythri reciprocates the gesture or disrupts Game Changer’s opening prospects by aggressively promoting Good Bad Ugly.
The timing is critical, as Good Bad Ugly is reportedly slated for a January 10th release, potentially impacting the number of screens available for Game Changer. The situation is further complicated as Ram Charan’s next project is with Mythri Movie Makers, adding an element of diplomacy to the clash.
This competition isn’t limited to Telugu states. With Good Bad Ugly expected to dominate Tamil Nadu, Game Changer may face hurdles in the Tamil market as well. The Sankranthi season promises a thrilling face-off, and the outcome could redefine the balance of power between Dil Raju and Mythri Movie Makers.
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