2025 Telugu Movies May 2026

Often referred to as They Call Him OG , this gangster-action film has been in the making since 2023. Director Sujeeth ( Saaho ) promises a slick, John Wick-style actioner with Pawan Kalyan playing a retired don who returns to the Mumbai underworld. The film’s teaser showcased a bald, bearded, deadly Kalyan – a look that broke the internet. With music by Thaman S, OG is expected to be stylish, violent, and fast-paced, targeting urban youth and multiplex audiences. Franchises and Sequels 6. Kalki 2898 AD: Part 2 (Prabhas, Nag Ashwin) Although the first part released in 2024, the sequel is already in advanced pre-production for a late 2025 or early 2026 release. The post-credit scenes of Kalki introduced a futuristic avatar of Amitabh Bachchan’s Ashwatthama and a deeper dive into the Mahabharata-inspired dystopia. Part 2 is expected to resolve the cliffhanger, introduce more mythological characters in sci-fi form, and potentially feature a face-off between Deepika Padukone’s Sumati and the antagonist. This will be Tollywood’s most expensive film to date.

A direct-to-theater romantic drama that taps into the Arjun Reddy emotional violence trope but with a softer, more realistic lens. The film has already created buzz in the festival circuit for its raw performances and realistic breakup sequences. It represents a new wave of indie-spirited Telugu cinema. 2025 telugu movies

After multiple delays, Pawan Kalyan’s swashbuckling period adventure is locked for 2025. Set in the 17th century Mughal era, the film casts Kalyan as the outlaw "Veera Mallu." Directed by Krish (known for Kanche and Gautamiputra Satakarni ), the film promises grand sets, elaborate sword-fighting choreography, and a blend of historical fact with legend. This is Pawan Kalyan’s most ambitious project in his political career and will be crucial for his fan base. Often referred to as They Call Him OG

Though technically a pan-Indian film with a Bollywood lead, Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit (originally announced with Prabhas, now with Ranbir Kapoor in the lead and a strong Telugu cast) is being positioned as a violent, psychological action-drama. Given Vanga’s Arjun Reddy and Animal legacy, Telugu audiences are treating this as a homecoming of raw, controversial storytelling. The film will explore a corrupt cop’s redemption arc. Expect polarizing content, chart-topping music, and intense box office clashes. With music by Thaman S, OG is expected