2025 Telugu Movie Releases: From 'Laila' to 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu

The second half of 2025 is set to be an exciting period for Telugu cinema, with a lineup of highly anticipated movies ready to hit the screens. From action-packed thrillers to heartwarming dramas, these upcoming releases promise to captivate audiences and showcase the best of Tollywood.

In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most awaited Telugu movies of the latter half of 2025, highlighting their unique plots, star-studded casts, and budgets.

1. ‘Laila’: A Romantic Drama

‘Laila’ is a romantic drama directed by Ram Narayan and starring Vishwak Sen and Akanksha Sharma. The film follows the love story of Laila and her journey to find true love amidst life’s challenges.

With its emotional narrative and stellar performances, ‘Laila’ is set to be a heartwarming addition to Telugu cinema. The budget for ‘Laila’ is estimated to be around ₹50 crore.

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— VishwakSen (@VishwakSenActor) January 17, 2025

2. ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’: A Historical Epic

‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ is a historical epic directed by Jyothi Krishna and featuring Pawan Kalyan, Nargis Fakhri, and Bobby Deol. The film depicts the early life of Veera Mallu, the first Indian to orchestrate a revolt against the Mughal empire.

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— Hari Hara Veera Mallu (@HHVMFilm) January 29, 2025

With its rich historical context and powerful performances, ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ is a must-watch for history enthusiasts. The budget for ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ is estimated to be around ₹200 crore.

3. ‘OG’: A Crime Thriller

‘OG’ is a crime thriller directed by Sujeeth and starring Pawan Kalyan, Emraan Hashmi, and Priyanka Arulmohan.

The movie follows the story of mob boss Ojas Gambheera, who resurfaces after a decade to seek vengeance against rival crime lords. ‘OG’ promises to deliver a gripping narrative filled with suspense and action. The budget for ‘OG’ is estimated to be around ₹250 crore.

4. ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’: An Action Drama

‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ is an action drama directed by Harish Shankar and featuring Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela, and Ashutosh Rana. The film revolves around an IPS officer and his daughter who fake their deaths to escape former foes.

Trouble ensues when their enemies discover their survival, leading to intense confrontations. ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ is set to be an action-packed thriller. The budget for ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ is estimated to be around ₹100 crore.

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— Ustaad Bhagat Singh (@UBSTheFilm) March 19, 2024

5. ‘The Raja Saab’: A Political Drama

‘The Raja Saab’ is a political drama directed by Maruthi Dasari and starring Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, and Sai Pallavi.

The film explores the complexities of political power and the struggles of a leader trying to bring about change. With its compelling storyline and powerful performances, ‘The Raja Saab’ is sure to captivate audiences. The budget for ‘The Raja Saab’ is estimated to be around ₹400 crore.

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— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 29, 2024

6. ‘Ghaati’: A Social Drama

‘Ghaati’ is a social drama directed by Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi and featuring Anushka Shetty, Ramya Krishnan, and VTV Ganesh.

The film follows the story of an empowered woman who gets entangled in the weed trade due to circumstances. ‘Ghaati’ promises to deliver a thought-provoking narrative with strong performances. The budget for ‘Ghaati’ is estimated to be around ₹80 crore.

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— Anushka Shetty (@MsAnushkaShetty) January 22, 2025

From romantic dramas to historical epics, these films are sure to entertain and engage audiences. As we eagerly await their release, it’s clear that the latter half of 2025 will be a remarkable period for Telugu cinema.