The film Thandel : Movie producer Clarifies Motives Behind Film's Omission from Sankranthi’s line-up.

The newest film of Ajith, *Vidaamuyarchi*, released the other day to a varied response. This action thriller, directed by Magizh Thirumeni—known for *Thadam*—has garnered praise for Ajith’s performance, yet critics have pointed out that the second half suffers from a sluggish tempo and uninspired plot. In contrast, the film has struggled in the Telugu states, where it struggled to find success at the box office. The film's prospects are further diminished by the competition from *Thandel*, starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi, which releases today. All eyes are now on his upcoming project, *Good Bad Ugly*, produced by Mythri Movie Makers and directed by Adhik Ravichandran. Despite the divided opinions, the film enjoyed a strong opening in Tamil Nadu, due to Ajith's popularity. Ajith's market presence in this region has not been stable, leading to poor occupancy rates for *Pattudala* across Telugu theaters. While Ajith is a highly regarded figure in Kollywood, the recent projects he has chosen haven't to be expanding his foothold in the Telugu film market. It is uncertain whether this gangster action drama can make a difference for Ajith in Telugu cinema. The production team did not invest in promoting the Telugu version, and the film was met with poor reception from local media. Recently, the stunning diva stole the show at the iconic Sabyasachi’s exclusive runway event in the fashion capital, leaving everyone spellbound in an chic ebony ensemble that radiated timeless allure and grace. He noted, "Many have been curious about Thandel's release date. Approximately ₹40 crores are invested for the upcoming romantic action drama Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi. In a recent interview, producer Bunny Vas addressed questions surrounding the film's launch plan. As a distributor, I understand the landscape well. I've even distributed two films during the Sankranthi festival. Allu Aravind advised me against putting ourselves in a spot where we need to plead for theater slots. Given the rise of OTT platforms, many theaters in Andhra and Telangana have transformed into single-screen venues." Bunny Vas pointed out, "In the Krishna district alone, around 11-12 centers have only a single theater. Had we proceeded with a Sankranthi release, we would have had to compete for screenings with other films, leading to a significant loss in revenue. There has been much discussion regarding the decision to release the film in February, especially after it was absent from the highly profitable Sankranthi window, letting down fans in the process. After weighing all these factors, we decided to go for a February release." Directed by Chandoo Mondeti and backed by Allu Aravind, the film is inspired by real-life events. I have put nearly ₹80 crores into Thandel. However, even with a solid product, it is crucial to ensure there is adequate space in the market." He further elaborated, "There were two major films and one light-hearted film lined up for Sankranthi 2025, with that film even having 'Sankranthi' in its title (laughs). Rising young directors Sandeep and Sujeeth took the industry by storm in the past year with their maiden directorial project, the widely appreciated suspense-filled KA starring Kiran Abbavaram, which proved to be an unforeseen smash hit. Under the direction of RVS Nikhil, this humorous drama also showcases Vennela Kishore in a prominent role. Scheduled for release at 06:03 PM, expectations are rising around how audiences will react. The film's trailer is scheduled for release today, with a particularly thrilling reveal as it will be released online by globally celebrated Tollywood Collections star Prabhas. Brahma Anandam is slated to hit theaters on February 14, 2025, and buzz is growing, especially with reports hinting that Megastar Chiranjeevi might participate in the film's pre-release event. Produced by Rahul Yadav Nakka of Swadharm Entertainment, the movie features a score by Sandilya Pisapati, with Savithry and Sri Umesh Yadav involved in its production. Represents a groundbreaking on-screen collaboration between the legendary comedian Brahmanandam, affectionately known as Hasya Brahma, and his son, Raja Gowtham. However, confirmation of his participation is still pending. The captivating premise and unconventional approach of **KA** earned widespread praise for the directing pair, and they are determined to keep up the momentum with their next slate of films, which are expected to bring trailblazing concepts. The scope of its global appeal has yet to be fully realized. During its initial week on the platform, Pushpa 2 secured the No. In a move to expand its reach, the movie now also offers English audio, increasing its appeal for overseas fans. This new release presents additional footage and is available in multiple dialects, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Bengali. Directed by Sukumar, the film has received an enthusiastic response not just from Indian viewers, but also from Western viewers. Allu Arjun, the legendary star, has once again made waves with his latest massive success, Pushpa 2: The Rule, which has recently premiered on Netflix. Stay tuned for further updates on this action-packed release. As the film begins its follow-up week, anticipation is building for an surge in viewership, potentially breaking new records in the OTT landscape. 2 spot in Netflix’s international non-English section, earning an remarkable 5.8 million views.