Archive · 13 Aug 2026
M.S. Raju's 'Aghadha' Gets Mahesh, Prabhas Praise Ahead of Release
A new movie called 'Aghadha' is coming to theaters on August 14.
It is a mystic divine thriller, which means it mixes mystery with a story about good versus evil.
The director is M.S. Raju.
He says the name 'Aghadha' means something very deep, like an abyss or a void.
The story is about an evil force that works against God.
Even though it has scary parts, the director says it is not just a horror movie and has many layers.
Two famous actors, Mahesh Babu and Prabhas, watched the teaser and trailer and told the director the movie will be a big hit.
The director thinks the special effects in the full movie will look even better than in the trailer.
He is very confident that audiences will love it, and he hints there could be another movie in the future.
'Aghadha', a mystic divine thriller directed by M.S. Raju, releases in theaters on August 14.
The film is produced by Kashi Visalakshi Balusu under Sri Aadivaraha Productions, with Ajay KR as presenter.
Raju says 'Aghadha' means an abyss or a void and explores an evil force working against God.
Mahesh Babu told Raju 'You're going to hit it big this time, sir,' while Prabhas said 'You're going to nail it, bro' after seeing the teaser and trailer.
Raju claims the film's VFX will be more impressive than the teaser and trailer, and a prequel or sequel may follow.
- Who
- Director M.S. Raju, producer Kashi Visalakshi Balusu under Sri Aadivaraha Productions, presenter Ajay KR, and actors Mahesh Babu and Prabhas who praised the film.
- What
- The upcoming theatrical release of the mystic divine thriller 'Aghadha'.
- When
- August 14 (theatrical release).
- Where
- Not specified in the articles.
- Why
- The film presents an evil force working against God in a layered way meant to appeal to both mass and family audiences.
Critics of Raju's remarks
M.S. Raju and supporters
Comments about N.T. Rama Rao
Critics of Raju's remarks
Raju's casual mention that N.T. Rama Rao used to eat chicken early in the morning drew criticism and trolling.
M.S. Raju and supporters
Raju said the remark was made purely out of admiration and affection, noting his father's close relationship with Rama Rao and his own respect for the legend's discipline.
- Film
- Aghadha
- Genre
- Mystic divine thriller
- Director
- M.S. Raju
- Producer
- Kashi Visalakshi Balusu (Sri Aadivaraha Productions)
- Presenter
- Ajay KR
- Release Date
- August 14
- Title Meaning
- Something deep, an abyss or a void
- Core Concept
- An evil force working against God