The anticipated Sankranti film releases are poised to ignite a cinematic battle, reminiscent of the epic power struggles in “Game of Thrones.” With each production house vying for the coveted release slots, the situation is rife with suspense and strategic maneuvering.
Megastar Chiranjeevi’s highly anticipated film, “Vishvambhara,” has undergone a significant shift in its release plans. Initially slated for Sankranti, the film is now being considered for a postponement of five months. This strategic move has cleared the path for Ram Charan’s “The Game Changer” to occupy the coveted Christmas slot. While this news has delighted some fans, it has also left others disheartened.
Uncertainty continues to surround the release date of Balayya 109, pending the finalization of its title. January 12th has been floated as a potential release date, but an official announcement remains elusive. Meanwhile, Allu Aravind and Bunny Vaas are working tirelessly to bring Naga Chaitanya’s “Thandel” into the Sankranti race. Should “Thandel” fail to secure a Sankranti release, it may target Republic Day instead.
Adding to the complexity of the situation, producer Dil Raju is contemplating avoiding a Sankranti release for Venkatesh’s upcoming film with director Anil Ravipudi. Despite the film’s rapid progress, Venky’s fans have expressed disappointment over the potential delay. Dil Raju maintains that releasing Venkatesh’s film shortly after their pan-India project is feasible, but the final decision remains uncertain.
The Sankranti race is far from over, with several other films vying for a spot. Sundeep Kishan’s “Mazaka,” Bellakonda Sai Srinivas-Nara Rohit-Manchu Manoj’s “Garudan” remake, and Ajith’s “Good Bad Ugly” are all in the running. The ultimate lineup of Sankranti releases will depend on a series of strategic decisions and negotiations. While Venkatesh has expressed his willingness to abide by the producer’s decision, the upcoming weeks will reveal the twists and turns of this high-stakes game.
