Ravi Teja’s latest release Mass Jathara has underperformed at the box office, and his upcoming project Bhartha Mahasayulaku Vignyapthi is slated for a Sankranthi 2026 launch. Amid the setback, industry insiders report that the Mass Maharaja is in advanced talks to team up with Samantha for a new untitled film. The duo would be directed by Shiva Nirvana, who previously worked with Samantha on Majili and Khushi, making the potential pairing a highly anticipated commercial comeback for both stars.
If confirmed, the Ravi Teja‑Samantha collaboration would mark their first on screen pairing and offer Samantha a much needed mainstream hit after a series of projects that failed to click. Discussions are still ongoing, and neither the actors nor the production house has issued an official statement, leaving fans awaiting a formal announcement.
Shiva Nirvana, known for romantic hits like Ninnu Kori, Majili and Khushi, has reportedly shifted gears toward a crime thriller for his next venture. The story, pitched to Ravi Teja, has received a positive response, and a November end announcement is expected. The director’s mass‑action film Tuk Jagadish did not resonate with audiences, prompting the move toward a darker genre.
Ravi Teja, unfazed by Mass Jathara’s flop, has already announced his next and remains focused on consistent output. The upcoming crime thriller, combined with the potential Samantha pairing, positions the project as a major 2026 release. Fans eagerly await official confirmation, hoping the combo will deliver both critical and commercial success.