Telugu film industry updates after Sankranti break

After a brief slowdown during Sankranti festivities, Telugu cinema is back in full swing. Film shootings have resumed across Hyderabad, Mumbai, and other locations, with top stars returning to sets while a few remain occupied with promotions and sporting commitments.

Following the festive lull of Sankranti, the Telugu film industry is once again buzzing with activity. For several days, film shootings were largely on hold as stars, technicians, and production houses took a short break. Now, that pause has officially ended, and filmmakers are steadily returning to packed shooting schedules.

Compared to last week, the current week has seen a noticeable surge in production activity, with multiple big and mid-budget films resuming or continuing their shoots simultaneously. From major studios in Hyderabad to outdoor locations and even Mumbai, Telugu cinema’s shooting calendar is filling up fast.

Here’s a detailed look at which films are shooting, where the stars are currently working, and who remains temporarily off the sets.

Hello Native Studio Sees Heavy Shooting Activity

Hello Native Studio has emerged as one of the busiest shooting hubs this week. Several prominent projects are currently being filmed at the studio, creating a vibrant and crowded atmosphere.

Leading the list is ‘The Paradise’, starring Nani and directed by Srikanth Odela. The much-anticipated collaboration is progressing steadily, with key scenes being shot at the studio.

In addition to this, multiple other films are simultaneously being shot at Hello Native Studio, including:

A film produced by MS Raju

Sudigali Sudheer’s upcoming movie

A project backed by Rajahamsa Studio starring JD Chakravarthy

Sharwanand’s ‘Bhogi’

Dasari Kalyan’s ‘Adheera’

With so many productions running parallel schedules, the studio has become a focal point of post-Sankranti shooting action.

Gandipet and Aziz Nagar Remain Key Outdoor Locations

Outdoor and semi-outdoor locations around Hyderabad are also witnessing intense shooting activity.

Mahesh Babu’s Varunasi schedule is underway at Gandipet, with the shoot progressing non-stop.

Vijay Deverakonda’s ‘Rowdy Janardhana’ is also being filmed at Gandipet, keeping the actor busy with back-to-back schedules.

Ram Charan and director Buchi Babu Sana’s ‘Peddi’ is currently shooting at Aziz Nagar, where crucial portions are being filmed.

These locations continue to be popular choices for filmmakers due to their flexibility and production-friendly infrastructure.

Major Studio Shoots at Ramoji Film City

The iconic Ramoji Film City is hosting the shoot of the much-awaited film starring Jr NTR and directed by Prashanth Neel. With massive set pieces and large-scale sequences expected, the shoot has drawn considerable attention within industry circles.

Mumbai Schedule Continues for Allu Arjun

Meanwhile, Allu Arjun’s ‘AA22’ remains stationed in Mumbai, where the shoot has reportedly been ongoing for nearly 50 days. The extended schedule indicates the scale and importance of the Mumbai portions in the film, which is being mounted on a grand scale.

Begumpet and Other City Locations in Use

The film starring Venkatesh and directed by Trivikram Srinivas is currently being shot at Begumpet’s Chirag Port, where key scenes are being filmed.

These city-based schedules allow for faster execution while maintaining tight production timelines.

Akhil Akkineni Takes a Short Break

Akhil Akkineni has temporarily paused the shoot of ‘Lenin’ due to his commitments with the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL). The shoot is expected to resume once his CCL schedule concludes.

Sankranti Heroes Busy with Promotions

While many stars have returned to shooting floors, several Sankranti release heroes are still occupied with promotional activities. With festival releases hitting theatres, these actors are currently focused on interviews, public appearances, and media interactions to support their films.

Industry Momentum Back on Track

With multiple productions resuming simultaneously, the Telugu film industry appears to have swiftly recovered from the holiday slowdown. The coming weeks are expected to be even busier, as more films restart delayed schedules and new projects go on floors.

For now, studios across Hyderabad and beyond are once again echoing with “action” and “cut,” signalling that Tollywood is firmly back in business.