Leo, Tiger Nageswara Rao and other South Indian films to watch this festive season

Several movies are scheduled for release during this festive week. Here's a lineup of the top South Indian films for the season

Dussehra releases

After numerous date changes and anticipations, fans of South Indian films are in for a treat this Dussehra. A plethora of action-packed films are set to be released this festive season, some of which have already shattered records for their advance bookings. From Vijay's Leo, which has already surpassed Rajnikanth's Jailer in USA premiere sales, to Ravi Teja's Tiger Nageswara Rao, which has made over Rs 33 crore in revenue within Telugu states, it is evident that there will be a fierce clash at the box office.

Here's a look at the many treats that are in store for cinephiles during the upcoming festive week:

Leo:

Known for action-packed films, filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj has been teasing fans with the updates of the upcoming Vijay-starrer, Leo. While the film is speculated to be a part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), fans are expecting the filmmaker to add his unique touch to the genre. The teasers and previews suggest that the movie will have dark and intense thrills while also maintaining a balance of emotions. Leading the cast is Thalapathy Vijay, Trisha, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Mysskin. Leo is slated to be released on October 19.

Also read: Leo: Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj film to release in IMAX

Tiger Nageswara Rao:

The most anticipated Telugu action thriller of the year, Tiger Nageswara Rao, which is based on the real-life story of the notorious thief of the same name, is set to hit theatre screens on October 20. The movie has a stellar cast, including Ravi Teja, Anupam Kher, Gayathri Bharadwaj, and Nupur Sanon, who is making her Telugu debut with this action drama. Directed by Vamsee, the film has already created a wave of curiosity among fans who have praised Ravi Teja's portrayal and the trailer’s stunning visuals.

Also read: Tiger Nageswara Rao | Nupur Sanon: Director Vamsee even researched how my hairband had to look like

Bhagavanth Kesari:

Bhagavanth Kesari, the Telugu action-comedy film directed by Anil Ravipudi, stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Arjun Rampal, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sreeleela in key roles. Anticipated to be a high-energy commercial entertainer that combines elements of action and comedy, Ravipudi, a talented filmmaker with a track record of successful films, confirmed that the film will be released on October 19. Fans can't wait to see what Ravipudi has in store with Bhagavanth Kesari.

Also read: NBK’s Bhagavanth Kesari bookings to open on Monday in Karnataka

Ghost:

Sandalwood superstar Shivarajkumar’s Ghost has been generating a lot of excitement due to its action-packed trailer and the actor’s performance. The suspenseful heist thriller is anticipated to be captivating and full of surprises, boasting an ensemble cast that includes Jayaram, Anupam Kher, and Prashant Narayanan. Fans are eagerly counting down the days until it hits the theatre screens on October 19.

Also read: Ghost Karnataka list of theatres has Leo fans wondering about film’s prospects

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