Annapurna Studios and Aditya Music are excited to announce the SHIVA 4K Contest, a creative competition celebrating the iconic film Shiva's re-release. Fans can showcase their talent by designing and sharing their own trailers and posters for the cult classic, directed by Ram Gopal Varma and starring Nagarjuna Akkineni.
The top 3 winners will receive an exclusive opportunity to meet Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma in person. To participate, fans must upload their entries on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook using the hashtag #SHIVA4KCONTEST and tag @AnnapurnaStudios. The deadline for submissions is October 20, 2025. This contest is part of the build-up to Shiva's grand 4K re-release on November 14, 2025, marking a significant moment in Telugu cinema history and celebrating 50 years of Annapurna Studios.
The film Shiva, released in 1989, became a superhit and cult classic, with its Tamil version, Udhayam, also achieving similar success. The movie's storyline, inspired by Ram Gopal Varma's engineering college experiences, features memorable action sequences and songs composed by Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja. With a star-studded cast, including Nagarjuna, Amala, Raghuvaran, and Tanikella Bharani, Shiva is a cinematic event that will be cherished by fans across generations.
The re-release of Shiva promises to be an exciting event, and the SHIVA 4K Contest is a great opportunity for fans to showcase their creativity and get closer to the film's legends. Don't miss this chance to be part of film history and celebrate the legacy of Shiva.