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Aafiya Sayed joins Nithiin in Telugu film Alias Rukmini
Aafiya Sayed will make her Telugu cinema debut as co-lead in Alias Rukmini, a romantic comedy-drama starring Nithiin.
Nani is presenting the film under Unanimous Productions.
Sayed recently made her Bollywood debut in Prem Keetanu, a Hindi adaptation of the Malayalam romantic comedy Premalu.
The story centers on Krishna and Rukmini, with Nithiin’s character revealing that Rukmini is his wife in a title glimpse released earlier.
The makers have described Rukmini as unfiltered, unapologetic and original.
Alias Rukmini is set to open in theaters on December 4, 2026, giving audiences a chance to see Sayed’s first Telugu role.
Aafiya Sayed will co-lead Alias Rukmini with Nithiin, making her Telugu cinema debut.
The romantic comedy-drama is presented by Nani under Unanimous Productions.
The makers announced Sayed’s casting on October 13, 2026.
Alias Rukmini is scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 4, 2026.
The film’s title glimpse was unveiled in August.
- Who
- Aafiya Sayed and Nithiin will co-lead the film. Nani is presenting it.
- What
- Sayed has joined the Telugu romantic comedy-drama Alias Rukmini as co-lead.
- When
- Her casting was announced on October 13, 2026. The film is scheduled for release on December 4, 2026.
- Where
- The film is in Telugu cinema. A filming location is not stated.
- Why
- Sayed’s casting marks her debut in Telugu cinema. A further reason for the announcement is not stated.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The makers unveiled a title glimpse for Alias Rukmini.
The makers announced Aafiya Sayed as the film’s co-lead.
Alias Rukmini is scheduled to arrive in theatres.
- Film
- Alias Rukmini
- Co-leads
- Aafiya Sayed and Nithiin
- Presenter
- Nani
- Production banner
- Unanimous Productions
- Release date
- December 4, 2026
What people are saying
Love of Krishna’s life. Unfiltered, unapologetic and utterly original..!! That is who our Rukmini is.
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