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Latest Tollywood News: Tollywood news remained busy with major film updates, OTT releases, poster launches, trailer announcements, and box office developments. From Ram Charan’s Peddi creating fresh buzz with a new poster to Euphoria arriving on OTT, and from Chiranjeevi’s Mega 158 gaining attention to Ramayana unveiling its first glimpse, several projects stayed in focus. At the same time, theatre business changes in Telangana and new release date updates added more interest for movie followers.
1- Peddi New Poster Creates Buzz Among Ram Charan Fans
Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, continues to be one of the most discussed Tollywood projects. The sports-based rural drama recently received a fresh boost after the makers released a new poster on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.
The poster, inspired by the recently released Peddi Pahilwan glimpse, showed Ram Charan in a powerful and intense look. His physical transformation and strong screen presence quickly drew attention on social media. The poster increased expectations around the film.
However, one detail led to discussion among fans. The new poster did not mention the release date. This created fresh confusion, even though Ram Charan had earlier said that Peddi is scheduled for a worldwide release on April 30, 2026.
The film also stars Shiva Rajkumar, Divyendu Sharma, and Jagapathi Babu in key roles. Music is composed by A.R. Rahman, which has added more weight to the project.
2- Euphoria Begins Streaming on OTT
Director Gunasekhar’s Euphoria has now arrived on OTT and is available for streaming on ETV Win. The film features Sara Arjun in the lead role and had earlier received appreciation for its different storyline during its theatrical run, though it did not perform strongly at the box office.
Now, the OTT release may help the film reach a wider audience. Since Euphoria deals with bold and social themes, it received an A certificate. Viewers who missed it in theatres now have a chance to watch it on digital platforms.
The cast includes Bhumika Chawla, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Nazar, Rohit, Vignesh Gavireddy, and Likhita Yalamanchili. The film was produced by Neelima Guna and Yukta Guna, while Kaala Bhairava composed the music.
3- Chiranjeevi Mega 158 Starts Generating Early Hype
Megastar Chiranjeevi’s Mega 158, directed by Bobby Kolli, has already become a hot topic in film circles. The film is expected to begin with a formal launch on April 11, while regular shooting is planned from April 20.
The project is described as a gangster action drama. It comes after the success of Waltair Veerayya, which had already established strong expectations around the Chiranjeevi-Bobby combination.
Reports around the film suggest that the second half may include a key 20-minute flashback episode, which is being talked about as a major highlight. There is also social media buzz that a young hero may appear in an important role. The film is being produced by KVN Productions on a large scale, with Thaman composing the music.
4- Balakrishna-Vivek Athreya Film May Be Planned in Two Parts
A new buzz has emerged around the upcoming film starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Vivek Athreya. According to current discussion, the makers are considering making the project in two parts instead of one.
The reason, according to the ongoing talk, is that the story is said to be too big for a single film. The title Kurukshetram is reportedly under consideration for the project.
Pre-production work is said to be moving fast, and shooting may begin after Dasara this year. Reports also suggest that Balakrishna may complete the shooting for both parts in one schedule-based plan. The film is expected to be produced by Mythri Movie Makers on a big budget.
5- Rakasa Gets Positive Early Talk
Rakasa, produced by Niharika Konidela under Pink Elephant Pictures, has entered theatres with positive early response. The film stars Sangeeth Shobhan and Nayan Sarika, and is directed by Manasa Sharma.
The socio-fantasy thriller mixes love, comedy, and fantasy elements. Early reactions from premiere shows suggested that the film entertained audiences, especially with its comedy portions.
Actor Varun Tej also shared his response after watching the film. He praised Rakasa as an entertaining movie and highlighted the comedy as one of its strengths. He also appreciated the performances of Sangeeth Shobhan, Vennela Kishore, and Getup Srinu, while congratulating director Manasa Sharma and producer Niharika Konidela.
6- Telangana Single Screen Theatres Shift to Revenue Sharing Model
In an important development for the exhibition sector, several single screen theatres in Hyderabad have decided to move away from the traditional rental system. Instead, they are shifting to a percentage-based revenue sharing model, similar to multiplexes.
According to the announcement, the new system has been introduced in 23 theatres from Friday. Theatre owners said rising maintenance costs and staff salaries made the rental model difficult to continue.
Under the new structure, distributors will receive:
New Revenue Sharing Pattern
- 60 percent of collections in the first week
- 50 percent in the second week
- 40 percent in the third week
The remaining share will go to theatre owners. Some distributors have reportedly supported the change, while others are said to have raised objections. The new model may gradually expand to more single screen theatres across Telangana.
7- Adivi Sesh Gives Decoyt Trailer Release Update
Actor Adivi Sesh has shared a major update about his upcoming film Decoit. The romantic action thriller, directed by Shaneil Deo, stars Mrunal Thakur as the female lead.
The film is scheduled for theatrical release on April 10, 2026. Ahead of that, Adivi Sesh announced that the Decoit trailer will be released on April 4.
The film is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda under Annapurna Studios, with Suniel Narang as co-producer. It is also set for release in both Telugu and Hindi. The supporting cast includes Prakash Raj and Anurag Kashyap, while Bheems Ceciroleo has composed the music.
8- Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla Gets New Release Date
The much-awaited horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Priyadarshan, has been postponed. The film was earlier expected to release on April 10, but it is now scheduled for April 17.
At the same time, special shows are planned from 9 PM on April 16, which could help build opening momentum. The film has completed censor formalities and received a U/A certificate.
With a runtime of 2 hours and 55 minutes, the film carries a long duration for a horror comedy. However, the makers appear confident about its entertainment value. The cast also includes Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, and Rajpal Yadav.
9- Rakasa and Biker Set for an Interesting Box Office Clash
The Tollywood box office is seeing an interesting clash with Rakasa and Biker arriving in theatres on April 3, 2026. The two films target very different audience segments.
Rakasa is positioned as a fantasy entertainer with comedy and horror elements. On the other hand, Biker, starring Sharwanand, is promoted as a high-voltage sports drama and is being described as Telugu cinema’s first motocross-based film.
With theatre footfalls needing a boost, this clash is being watched closely. While Rakasa may attract youth and family viewers, Biker is expected to appeal to action and racing fans.
10- Ramayana Unveils Ram First Glimpse
One of the biggest pan-Indian projects in discussion is Ramayana, which has now released its Ram first glimpse. The video was unveiled on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti and quickly gained attention online.
The visuals introduced Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and focused on grandeur rather than dialogue. The film’s scale, visual presentation, and character design became major talking points. The cast also includes Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. A final shot teasing Yash as Ravana added further excitement.
The film’s background score is said to feature work from Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. The project is being mounted with large-scale VFX support by Prime Focus Studios and DNEG. It is expected to release in IMAX and Dolby Cinema formats, with a planned release during Diwali 2026.
What These Updates Mean for Tollywood This Week
This latest Tollywood news cycle shows a strong mix of theatrical buzz, digital releases, star-driven announcements, and industry-level changes. Big stars like Ram Charan, Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Adivi Sesh, and Ranbir Kapoor remained in focus, while projects like Peddi, Mega 158, Decoyt, Rakasa, and Ramayana kept audience attention active.
At the same time, the shift in Telangana’s single screen theatre model shows that business decisions are also becoming as important as film promotions. With more trailers, release date changes, and OTT launches happening together, Tollywood continues to move through a packed and competitive phase.
FAQs on Latest Tollywood News
When is Ram Charan’s Peddi releasing?
Ram Charan earlier stated that Peddi is planned for release on April 30, 2026.
Where is Euphoria streaming now?
Euphoria is currently streaming on ETV Win.
When will the Decoyt trailer release?
Adivi Sesh announced that the Decoyt trailer will release on April 4.
What is the new release date of Bhooth Bangla?
Bhooth Bangla is now scheduled to release on April 17, with special shows planned from April 16 night.
Why are Telangana single screen theatres changing their model?
Theatres cited rising operating costs and salary expenses as the main reasons for moving from rent-based screening to a percentage-sharing model.
Which films are in the latest Tollywood box office clash?
The current clash features Rakasa and Biker.
Is Balakrishna’s film with Vivek Athreya officially confirmed as a two-part movie?
The two-part format is currently part of industry buzz and social media discussion, but an official detailed confirmation is still awaited.
Disclaimer on Latest Tollywood News
Some updates in this roundup, especially those related to story details, casting buzz, titles, and multi-part planning, are based on ongoing film industry reports and discussions. Official confirmation from the makers may still be awaited in some cases.
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