These Telugu movies releasing in January 2025 offer compelling stories presented to us by talented directors and celebrated actors. Yes, there is a lot of excitement for Ram Charan’s Game Changer but let us tell you that there are a few other movies too releasing this month that can give good competition to the film.
1) Game Changer
Cast: Ram Charan, Kiara Advani, Samuthirakani, Anjali, S. J. Suryah, Sunil, Srikanth
Release Date: January 10, 2025
This interesting political drama is based on one young man’s fight against corruption. What is more interesting about this film Game Changer is its third single, Naa Naa Hyraanaa which was released on November 28 and is the first in India to be shot using an infrared camera, adding vibrant, dreamy colors to the visuals. The song was shot in New Zealand with Ram Charan and Kiara Advani. The song sequence took five days to complete and promises to be a visual treat. According to several reports, director Shankar shared that he wanted the song to feel magical, and cinematographer Tirru was amazed to experiment with this innovative technique. Composer Thaman brought a fresh twist to the song’s music by mixing two monotones to come up with a unique stereo sound. Inspired by Michael Jackson, Thaman ensured the song has an engaging ‘kick.’ Don’t miss to watch the song in the film that integrates stunning visuals and soulful melody. Not just that, all the film’s songs are produced with a budget of ₹75 crores, according to the report, thus, promising to be visually stunning and appealing film to the viewers.
2) Daaku Maharaaj
Cast: Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Shraddha Srinath, Pragya Jaiswal, Urvashi Rautela, Chandini Chowdary
Release Date: January 12, 2025
Daaku Maharaaj, as the name suggests, promises to be a high-octane action film. What is most interesting about this film is the makers described Balakrishna as the “God of Masses” when they shared the film’s teaser. The film promises to have an intense storyline and high-energy visuals. Are you all set to experience a power-packed cinematic experience? In the teaser video, an engaging voiceover talks about the story of a king without a kingdom. Then Balakrishna makes a powerful entrance, introducing himself as Daaku Maharaaj. He is shown riding a horse, thus promising the audience of an action-packed movie. Bobby Deol will be making his mark as the villain in the film.
3) Sankranthiki Vasthunam
Cast: Venkatesh, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Aishwarya Rajesh, Upendra Limaye, Rajendra Prasad
Release Date: January 14, 2025
A family entertainer that will talk about the importance of traditions and relationships in this modern world, all set to entertain the audience during the festive season of Sankranti. The film is a delightful mix of festive spirit and entertaining storytelling. The recently released song “Blockbuster Pongal” perfectly expresses the joy of rural Pongal celebrations with colorful visuals and energetic performances. What is unique in the film is Meenakshi Chaudhary’s role as a police officer, which marks a first in her career. Meenakshi will be seen in comedic sequences and action-packed stunts that will be interesting to watch.
4) Gandhi Tatha Chettu
Cast: Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, Anand Chakrapani, Raghu Ram, Bhanu Prakash, Nehal Anand Kumkuma, Rag Mayur
Release Date: January 24, 2025
This short film is about a small-town family whose lives revolve around a sacred tree. The film talks about topics of community, faith, and family bonds in a rural setup.
Gandhi Tatha Chettu started as a project that required financial support to bring it to life few years back. As the film has come to life and is all set to release, let’s understand what the story of the film is about. Gandhi Tatha Chettu shows how a young girl made a big difference. This lighthearted take offers a fresh perspective on Gandhi’s timeless principles of peace, love, and hope, which are still relevant in the modern world. The film marks the debut of well-acclaimed director Sukumar’s daughter Sukriti Veni Bandreddi.
Other Telugu movies already released in the first week of January 2025 include Katha Kamamishu, Dreamcatcher, and Prema Charithra Krishna Vijayam.
