Top Telugu Films to Watch This Sankranthi 2026: Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, and More

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Telugu cinema has an exciting year ahead in Sankranthi 2026, with five major films scheduled for release, which will definitely be one of the successful times at the box office for the movies, and it is going to happen again this year. 

The main characters of the movies are no less than Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, and Ravi Teja, along with others, who are keeping the buzz alive among not only the fans but also the people from the film industry. The films are not limited to one genre only; they range from horror comedy to family drama, thus guaranteeing that every movie lover is going to find something to enjoy.

The Raja Saab and Jana Nayakudu


Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, opens the festive season on January 9. This marks the actor’s first horror comedy, featuring Malavika Mohanan, Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, and Nidhhi Agerwal. 

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The film, made on a Rs. 400 crore budget, has faced delays but is now confirmed for Sankranthi. On the same day, Vijay’s Jana Nayakudu, his final film, will release. Telugu producers have raised screen-allocation concerns for the Tamil release.

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu and Ravi Teja’s Film


Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara headline Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, releasing January 12. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film is a comedy entertainer with high expectations as the duo collaborate for the first time. 

Ravi Teja’s new romantic drama, directed by Kishore Tirumala, is set for January 13. The film, titled Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi, is being shot on a modest budget and promises a heartfelt story.

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Anaganaga Oka Raju and Nari Nari Naduma Murari


Anaganaga Oka Raju, starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary, releases on January 14. Delayed for nearly two years, the film is expected to resonate with audiences despite big releases around it. 

Sharwanand’s Nari Nari Naduma Murari, directed by Ram Abbaraju, arrives on January 15. With a festive comedy theme, the film aims to appeal to family audiences, adding to the Sankranthi excitement.

Sankranthi 2026 Festival Race


Sankranthi 2026 is already regarded as one of the busiest and most competitive seasons for Tollywood movies. The combination of high-profile stars, varied genres, and the holiday period will probably result in new box office records. 

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With simultaneous releases, the filmmakers and distributors will have difficulty in figuring out how many screens to allocate to whom, while the moviegoers will have a variety of choices among comedies, love stories, dramas, and thrillers.