Tollywood to unleash sequels in 2026. Ever since the sensation of Rajamouli's magnum opus Baahubali, Tollywood is fascinated by the sequels. In 2026, many sequels are coming from Tollywood and they include Kalki 2898AD, Salaar, HanuMan Mirai to name a few.

Producer Ravi Shankar Yellamanchili said &ldquo;After tasting massive success with Pushpa 2, we are planning to make Jai Hanuman, a sequel to the earlier blockbuster HanuMan, as the first part struck a chord with audiences across the world,&rdquo; He said Rishabh Shetty agreed to be part of HanuMan sequel Jai Hanuman and he is playing the role of Lord Hanuman.

He said &ldquo;He is immensely talented, humble and extremely professional,&rdquo; He added &ldquo;We will begin work from January 1 and aim for a worldwide release to cash in on the craze.&rdquo;

Producer Swapna Dutt, speaking about Kalki 2898 AD sequel, said &ldquo;We have no other films at the moment. Our entire focus is only on the Kalki sequel, which will start very soon.&rdquo;

Even Mirai sequel is on the way.&nbsp; Producer TG.Vishwa Prasad shares &ldquo;We have definite plans to make a sequel to Mirai with the same team. The genre has enough potential, and we are coming up with another exciting story,&rdquo; He added &ldquo;Just like we recreated the magic with Karthikeya 2, we are confident of the success of Mirai Part 2 as well and give the audience a visually pleasing and emotionally gripping sequel.&rdquo;

Producer Suresh Babu says &ldquo;Sequels are here to stay. We are inspired by Hollywood franchises that have worked wonders &mdash; be it The Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones, the Marvel series or Star Wars. If you compare originals and sequels, the latter have a stronger box-office track record.&rdquo;

He adds &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a new-age business strategy. Sequels offer a minimum guarantee at the box office, especially when the first part connects with audiences. If the second installment has a strong story, it only adds to the momentum.&rdquo;

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Tollywood sequels to shake in 2026

Tollywood to unleash sequels in 2026

\r\nChina objects to Battle of Galwan. Salman Khan is coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film Battle of Galwan. The film directed by Apoorva Lakhia is releasing on 17 April 2026.\r\nThe film stars Chitrangada Singh in a key role, along with Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia and Vipin Bhardwaj, among others. The film is based on the 2020 Indo-China clash and it highlights the valor of Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu.\r\nFollowing the release of the teaser, China objected to Battle of Galwan. China\'s The Global Times, posted \"A Chinese expert said on Monday that Bollywood films at most provide an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal, but no amount of cinematic exaggeration can rewrite the history or shake the PLA\'s determination to defend China\'s sovereign territory.\"\r\nIndian Government source shared \"India has a tradition of cinematic expression. A movie titled \'Haqeeqat\' was made in 1964 and the theme was the India-China war of 1962. Another film \'120 Bahadur\' was made recently on the legendary battle of Rezang La. Cinemas are an artistic expression and India does not restrict it.\"\r\n

Battle of Galwan - China objects

China objects to Battle of Galwan

\r\nDragon in fullswing in overseas. NTR\'s upcoming project with Prashanth Neel is the cynosure of all eyes. The film is tentatively titled Dragon and it is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\nAccording to the latest, the film\'s shooting is in full swing in the exotic overseas locations. Cinematographer Bhuvan Gowda shared the locations of Aman region in Jordan. This is exciting all the movie lovers.\r\nThe film stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead and rumours have it that the film stars Priyadarshi, Anil Kapoor and Tovino Thomas in powerful roles.\r\nNTR is undergoing tremendous makeover for his look in the film. Inside talk is the film will be made in two parts. Prashanth Neel came up with a story to elevate the heroism of NTR to another level on the big screen.\r\nRavi Basrur is the music director for the film, which is&nbsp; produced by Mythri Movie Makers banner. Plans are on to release the film during the second half of 2027.\r\n

Dragon in fullswing in overseas

Dragon showing power at international level

\r\nAamir and &nbsp;Madhavan clears air on 3 Idiots sequel . For long rumours spread on the sequel for the hit film3 Idiots. Reports also came that Rajkumar Hirani is working on the script and Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharmaan Joshi are interested in starring in the sequel.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Aamir Khan and Madhavan threw light on the sequel. Madhavan said , &ldquo;A sequel to 3 Idiots sounds great. But it also sounds far-fetched. All three of us Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and I are much older now. Where do we go in the sequel? What are our lives like now? It is an interesting thought. But hardly conducive to a proper sequel. I would love to work with Raju Hirani again. But 3 Idiots again? I think that would be idiotic.&rdquo;\r\nAamir Khan revealed &ldquo;We had so much fun making that film! My character Rancho is the most popular character I&rsquo;ve played. People still talk about Rancho. So yeah, I&rsquo;d love to do a sequel. But no one has approached me.&rdquo;\r\n

Aamir on 3 Idiots sequel

Aamir and Madhavan clears air on 3 Idiots sequel

\r\nAnil Ravipudi, the talented director behind Tollywood\'s recent hits, has accidentally revealed a crucial detail about Venkatesh\'s role in Chiranjeevi\'s upcoming film \'Mana Shankar Varaprasad Garu\'. Speaking at a press meet, Anil hinted that Venkatesh\'s character will make a significant entry in the climax, taking up about 25 minutes of screen time. He stopped short of revealing more, citing that it would spoil the thrill.\r\nThis revelation has sparked immense curiosity among fans, with Anil\'s comments going viral on social media. The film, set to release on January 12 as a Sankranthi treat, is already generating buzz with its catchy songs and star-studded cast, including Nayanthara as the heroine.\r\nAnil Ravipudi\'s track record speaks for itself, with consecutive hits like \'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam\' starring Venkatesh, which collected over Rs. 300 crores and created a new record. Given his unique blend of entertainment and mass appeal, \'Mana Shankar Varaprasad Garu\' is likely to be another hit.\r\nThe songs, including \'Meesala Pilla\' and the Venkatesh Chiranjeevi mass song, are trending on social media, with the latter inspiring numerous reels. The film\'s success will depend on how well Anil weaves the story, keeping the audience engaged till the end. With its intriguing plot and star studded cast, expectations are sky high.\r\n

Anil Ravipudi on Venky Role In MSG

Anil Ravipudi Spills the Beans on Venkatesh Role In Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu

\r\nNivin Pauly, the \'Premam\' heartthrob, has finally found success with his latest film Sarvam Maya. After struggling with hits and misses for years, this horror comedy has become a blockbuster, earning over Rs. 50 crore in just 5 days. The film\'s overseas collections, especially in Gulf Countries, have been phenomenal, contributing Rs. 24 crore to the total.\r\nThe movie\'s success is a testament to Nivin\'s versatility and comedic timing. He plays a simple young priest whose life takes a turn when a spirit enters his body. Aju Varghese and Rhea Shibu complement Nivin\'s performance, adding to the film\'s humor. Sarvam Maya has secured the third position in Kerala\'s highest openings in 2025, after L2 Empuraan and Thudarum.\r\nNivin Pauly\'s comeback story is inspiring, silencing critics who doubted him after consecutive failures. His performance in Sarvam Maya showcases his range and talent. The film\'s success is expected to revive his career, cementing his position in Malayalam cinema. With positive word of mouth and strong collections, Sarvam Maya is likely to become a blockbuster.\r\nThe film\'s director, Akhil Sathyan, has brought a fresh take on the horror comedy genre. Nivin\'s chemistry with the cast and his mark body language have entertained audiences. Sarvam Maya\'s success is a reminder of Nivin\'s star power and his ability to connect with fans. Sarvam Maya is currently playing in theaters, and fans are raving about Nivin\'s performance.\r\n

Nivin Stokes Back After A Decade

Nivin Pauly Stokes Back After A Decade Long Wait

\r\nVaralakshmi shared she blamed Radhika for her parents divorce. Varalakshmi, daughter of actor Sarathkumar shard that initially she blamed Radhika for her parents Sarathkumar and Chaya Devi\'s divorce.\r\nAbout her father Sarathkumar, she said &ldquo;I think I forgave him a long time back, and I think that&rsquo;s what I learnt when I went into therapy. Sometimes, two people just don&rsquo;t work together. For me, dad is dad. He&rsquo;s my biological father, and I have to respect him; then there was childhood love. Then there was anger due to mum and him separating. There was some more anger when he remarried. But eventually, it settled down. I think they both, for themselves, made a better decision because I think they are happier people because of those decisions.&rdquo;\r\nAbout Radhika, Varalakshmi revealed &ldquo;You are tuned to think, oh, she came and broke their marriage. She&rsquo;s not the reason that my parents broke up. People say, how can you be so affectionate towards them? Because she&rsquo;s not the reason they broke up. The marriage was already having problems when aunty entered. Initially, aunty and I were not in the greatest of terms. Because I blamed her for my parents\' separation. But as you grow up, you realise everyone is allowed to have their own choices. Now, I share a lovely relationship with aunty, and she shares a lovely relationship with my mum.&rdquo;\r\n

When Varalakshmi blamed Radhika

Varalakshmi shared she blamed Radhika for her parents divorce

\r\nParasakthi trailer on this date. Sivakarthikeyan\'s film Parasakathi directed by Sudha Kongara is generating tremendous interest among movie lovers. The film is set for a spectacular release on 10 Jan 2026.\r\nThe makers are promoting the film in a big way and speculation is increasing on the film\'s trailer. Inside talk is the makers are planning to release the film\'s trailer on 3 Jan 2026. The makers will be celebrating the film\'s audio launch on the same day.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nThe film stars Sreeleela as the female lead. GV .Prakash Kumar is the music director for the film which stars Ravi Mohan, Atharvaa , Abbas, Dev Ramnath, Prithvi Rajan, Guru Somasundaram, Basil Joseph, Papri Ghosh in important roles.\r\nParasakthi revolves around protests against Hindi implementation in South,especially Tamil Nadu. Rajendran, student leader lost his life while paying tributes to those who passed away in the police firing in the anti Hindi imposition on 27 Jan 1965. Sivakakrthikeyan is playing the role of Rajendran and so the climax will have a sad ending.\r\nThe film is produced by Akash Bhaskaran on his Dawn Pictures banner.\r\n

Parasakthi trailer on this date

Speculation on Parasakthi trailer

\r\nExpectations soaring on Spirit new year treat. Prabhas is starring in a high octane action entertainer Spirit. The film directed&nbsp; by Sandeep Vanga is progressing at a brisk pace. Expectations are high on the project as Prabhas has tremendous fan following while Sandeep Vanga is known for his intense and hard hitting mass action entertainers.\r\nThe makers are planning to come up with a new year poster and fans are waiting excitedly for it. Few pictures are getting leaked on line showing Prabhas in a blood soaked shirt.\r\nInside talk is the makers will be releasing the Spirit new poster of Prabhas as New Year treat and it will show Prabhas in the rugged avatar. Prabhas is playing the role of a powerful and ruthless police officer in the film which stars Tripti Dimri as the female lead.\r\nHarshavardhan Rameshwar is the music director for the film which stars&nbsp; Prakash Raj and Vivek Oberoi in important roles.&nbsp; Bhadrakali Pictures and T-Series are bankrolling the project in a lavish manner.\r\n

Spirit - All eyes on New Year feast

Expectations soaring on Spirit new year treat

\r\nSreeleela worried for her grandma during Tirupati visit. Sreeleela is known for her stunning looks, captivating performances and dazzling dances.\r\nShe visited the holy shrine of Tirupati and on the occasion she was mobbed by the crowd. In the midst of all this, she was worried for her grandma with whom she came to Tirupati.\r\nSreeleela visited Tirupati along with her mother and grandmother on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadasi. She was worried as fans crowded around them. She even held her grandmother close as her security tried to move fans out of their way.\r\nA video posted by an Instagram page from Tirupati shows Sreeleela holding her grandmother close as she walks through the crowd. Her security and team can be heard asking people and fans to move aside, even as they click her pictures.\r\nAt one point, Sreeleela even holds her grandmother&rsquo;s arm, asking her to be careful, saying, &ldquo;Ammamma kindana chusko (Be careful about where you&rsquo;re stepping). Sreeleela&rsquo;s mother, Dr Swarnalatha, also accompanied them.\r\n

Tirupati visit- Sreeleela gets mobbed

Sreeleela worried for her grandma during Tirupati visit

\r\nSuper Star Krishna\'s grandson, Jaya Krishna is making his onscreen debut with a film titled in an interesting and crazy manner as Srinivasa Mangapuram. The film is directed by Ajay Bhupathi who is known for his bold films like RX100 and Mangalavaram.\r\nYesteryear ravishing beauty Raveena Tandon\'s daughter Rasha Thadani is the female lead in the film. She is making her entry into Tollywood with this project.\r\nThe makers revealed that they are coming up with a new year treat. Ajay Bhupathi posted &ldquo;This NEW YEAR is gonna get Bigger, Better and Braver&rdquo; exciting everyone. The film has the tagline Intense Love Tale.\r\nThe makers shot important scenes in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka in the first schedule. The makers shot few songs also in this schedule. The film\'s 30% shooting has been completed and the makers are extremely happy with the output.\r\nThe film\'s story revolve around Tirumala Lord Venkateswara temple and about an incident that happened in the holy place. Sources say the story plot itself is unqiue and never seen before. The film\'s music is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar and Ashwini Dutt is presenting the film. P Kiran is bankrolling the project under Chandamama Kathalu banner.\r\n

SM Braces for New Year treat

Srinivasa Mangapuram new year treat arriving

\r\nRaashi Khanna is set to make a glamorous appearance in a special song for Naveen Polishetty\'s Anaganaga Oka Raju, releasing on January 14, 2026, as a Sankranthi special. This marks her first full fledged special song, although she briefly appeared in a song from Raja The Great (2017). The film\'s genre and Sankranthi timing have generated positive buzz.\r\nThe song\'s shoot is expected to wrap up this weekend, with post production work underway. Raashi Khanna was finalized for the special song after considering other options, including Bhagyashri Borse and a Bollywood actress. Her rare item number appearance has created excitement, following her recent lead role in Telusu Kada.\r\nSpecial songs are a Sankranthi highlight, with mass entertainers and high energy tracks performing well in Andhra Pradesh. Anaganaga Oka Raju joins films like The Raja Saab and Shankaravaraprasad, featuring special numbers. The festive box office clash promises excitement, with most Sankranti releases falling into the mass-appeal genre.\r\nWith Raashi Khanna\'s glamorous special song, Anaganaga Oka Raju is set to make waves this Sankranthi. Raashii Khanna has recently completed shooting for Pawan Kalyan\'s Ustaad Bhagat Singh.\r\n

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