Telugu cinema has taken a great start in 2025. We at OTTplay bring you the details of Sankranthi's box office winner, new announcements, and Balakrishna's new record at the box office.
Last Updated: 05.42 PM, Jan 15, 2025
Tollywood is bustling with activity in the first month of 2025. Sankranthi 2025 releases are in full swing, dominating the box office. In the coming days, several low-budget films are set to hit the screens. Additionally, a lot is happening in Telugu cinema, and we bring you all the highlights here.
Sankranthiki Vasthunnam and Daaku Maharaaj have taken sensational openings at the box office and continue to dominate. Ram Charan's Game Changer has crossed the ₹100 crore mark, but its occupancy has dropped. Notably, Sankranthiki Vasthunnam is the clear Pongal winner of 2025, with solid collections and 95% occupancy.
Sharwanand is back in the spotlight with his new film, now titled Nari Nari Naduma Murari. The title is inspired by Balakrishna's smash hit from the '80s. Directed by Samajavaragamana's Ram Abbaraju, the film stars Sakshi Vaidya and Samyuktha as the female leads.
Balakrishna is in the best form of his career, scoring four consecutive hits. He is the only senior Telugu star to deliver four consecutive $1 million films in the US, a remarkable feat.
Aditya Haasan, who rose to fame with the hit series #90s on ETV Win, has announced his debut feature film. Starring Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya as the leads, the movie will also feature #90s stars Sivaji and Vasuki in key roles. The teaser was launched uniquely, generating buzz.
Tamil actor Vikram Prabhu is set to make his Telugu debut with Ghaati, directed by Krish. Anushka Shetty plays the female lead in this village drama, slated for release on April 18, 2025. Vikram's first look, showcasing him as a rugged village man, was unveiled today.