Telugu Cinema 2025: Latest News, Box Office Trends & Upcoming Releases
Telugu Cinema 2025 New Stay updated with the latest Telugu film news of 2025 — box office hits, new movie announcements, OTT releases, gossip.
They Call Him OG – The Comeback Hit
Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG, directed by Sujeeth, has become the 8th highest grosser of 2025, surpassing Housefull 5.
It collected ₹169.3 crore in its first week and reached ₹184.07 crore shortly after.
According to box office trackers, this is the top Telugu grosser for the year so far.
Other Strong Performers & Surprises
- Sankranthiki Vasthunam is another blockbuster, earning ₹186.90 crore in total worldwide.
- Game Changer also got strong response, though its verdict is mixed in reports.
- HIT: The Third Case is steadily performing in the “Plus” bracket.
- Some films fell short: Kuberaa, Hari Hara Veera Mallu have been flagged as not meeting expectations.
Trend Insight: In 2025, star power alone isn’t enough. Strong content, marketing, and strategic release timing are crucial. Smaller films with solid storytelling are also making noticeable impact.
📰 Latest Telugu Film News & Gossip
Nagarjuna’s 100th Film in Works
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna Akkineni is gearing up for his 100th film. The title is yet to be disclosed, but insiders suggest “Lottery King” or “KING100”.
Notably, his sons Naga Chaitanya and Akhil might make cameo appearances.
The film is directed by Ra Karthik.
Diwali Releases to Watch
This Diwali (October 2025), Tollywood has stacked up several big films:
- Baahubali: The Epic (remaster special)
- Mass Jathara — Ravi Teja’s comeback mass entertainer
- Telusu Kada — romantic drama starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Raashii Khanna
- Vrusshabha — a multi-language mythological drama starring Mohanlal
- K-Ramp — action-romance with a youthful flavor
OTT Buzz: D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledu
A new Telugu thriller series D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledu is set to stream from October 31 on ZEE5.
It explores the mystery of a daughter’s disappearance.
Controversy: Srikant Ayyangar
Actor Srikant Ayyangar is embroiled in controversy over remarks related to Mahatma Gandhi and mentions of a 16-year-old girl in his statements.
The backlash has stirred debate in film circles and social media.
📅 Upcoming Releases & What to Expect
From 123Telugu’s schedule:
- Sasivadane — Oct 10
- Mithra Mandali — Oct 16
- Telusu Kada — Oct 17
- K-Ramp — Oct 18
- Mass Jathara — Oct 31, 2025
From Filmibeat’s calendar:
- In November: JGM – Jana Gana Mana, RC 17, Badass etc.
- December & beyond: Rakshasudu 2, Amaran, Kirathakudu etc.
What to Watch Out For:
- Big stars are spacing out releases to avoid clashes
- Multi-language pan-India films continue to rise
- OTT premieres will start becoming more aggressive
💡 Trends & Forecasts for Remaining 2025 & Early 2026
- OTT & Hybrid Releases Grow
As production costs rise, more films may choose early OTT windows or hybrid models. - Pan-India Scale & Collaboration
Telugu films will increasingly target all-India audiences via dubbing or simultaneous shoots in Tamil, Hindi, etc. - Content Over Star
Films with tight scripts and unique themes are likely to outperform big but hollow star movies. - Festival & Holiday Timing is Key
Clashing big releases on same dates is becoming rarer—producers prefer strategic spacing. - Franchise Mentality
Expect sequels, shared universes, and tie-ins (e.g. mythological sagas, cop dramas) to grow.
❓ FAQs about Telugu Cinema 2025
- Q1: Which film is currently the top grosser in Telugu 2025?
A: They Call Him OG leads with ₹184.07 crore in India and ₹282.2 crore worldwide. - Q2: When is Nagarjuna’s 100th film releasing?
A: No confirmed release date yet. Filming has begun, title pending. - Q3: What new Telugu OTT series is coming?
A: D/o Prasad Rao: Kanabadutaledu launches on ZEE5 on October 31. - Q4: Any major Diwali film to look out for?
A: Yes — Mass Jathara, Baahubali: The Epic (remaster), Telusu Kada, Vrusshabha, K-Ramp. - Q5: Which recent film underperformed unexpectedly?
A: Kuberaa and Hari Hara Veera Mallu are cited as underperformers by box office analysts.
✅ Conclusion
Telugu cinema in 2025 is witnessing a healthy mix of blockbusters, mid-range surprises, and creative risk-taking. They Call Him OG’s success shows that even big stars must back their films with solid content. Meanwhile, OTT series, mythological sagas, and pan-India releases are reshaping the landscape. With Nagarjuna’s 100th film and Diwali releases around the corner, the industry buzz is at peak.
