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Five Films to Watch in Theatres This Week
This week, there are five exciting new films coming to theatres.
First, there's 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,' an action comedy starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, which is already out.
Next, 'Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi,' a comedy-drama with Ravi Teja, comes out on January 13.
Then, 'Anaganaga Oka Raju,' a funny movie with Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary, hits theatres on January 14.
On January 16, two more films are released: 'Happy Patel: Khatarnaak Jasoos,' directed by Vir Das, and 'One Two Cha Cha Chaa,' a comedy action adventure.
These films offer a variety of genres to enjoy during the festive season.
Additionally, 'Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi' is expected to premiere on Zee5 in mid-February, showcasing the collaboration between film industry and OTT platforms.
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, an action comedy starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, released on January 12, 2026.
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi, a comedy-drama featuring Ravi Teja, released on January 13, 2026, with expected OTT release in mid-February.
Anaganaga Oka Raju, a comic entertainer starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary, released on January 14, 2026.
Happy Patel: Khatarnaak Jasoos, directed by Vir Das and produced under Aamir Khan Productions, released on January 16, 2026.
One Two Cha Cha Chaa, a comedy action adventure starring Ashutosh Rana, Lalit Prabhakar, and Nyrraa M Banerji, released on January 16, 2026.
- Who
- Chiranjeevi, Nayanthara, Ravi Teja, Naveen Polishetty, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Vir Das, Ashutosh Rana, Lalit Prabhakar, Nyrraa M Banerji, Dimple Hayathi, Ashika Ranganath, Sunil, Satya, Vennela Kishore, Kishore Tirumala, Mickey J Meyer
- What
- Release of five films in theatres during the week of January 12, 2026, with details on OTT release for Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi
- Where
- Theatres, with digital release on Zee5
- When
- January 12-16, 2026, with expected OTT release in mid-February 2026
- Why
- To provide entertainment options for the upcoming festivals of Bihu, Pongal, and Makar Sankranti, and to maximize box office and streaming impact
Film Industry
OTT Platforms
Release Strategy
Film Industry
Theatrical releases are prioritized for maximum box office impact during festive seasons.
OTT Platforms
OTT platforms secure digital rights for post-theatrical streaming, aiming for wider audience reach.
Key facts
- Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu
- Telugu-language action comedy starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, released January 12, 2026
- Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi
- Comedy-drama starring Ravi Teja, released January 13, 2026, expected on Zee5 in mid-February
- Anaganaga Oka Raju
- Comic entertainer starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary, released January 14, 2026
- Happy Patel: Khatarnaak Jasoos
- Directorial debut of Vir Das, produced under Aamir Khan Productions, released January 16, 2026
- One Two Cha Cha Chaa
- Comedy action adventure starring Ashutosh Rana, Lalit Prabhakar, and Nyrraa M Banerji, released January 16, 2026
- Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi Cast
- Ravi Teja, Dimple Hayathi, Ashika Ranganath, Sunil, Satya, Vennela Kishore
- Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi Director
- Kishore Tirumala
- Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi Music
- Mickey J Meyer
Timeline
Telugu film workers halt production, demand 30% raise.
Then, 'Mass Jathara' release delayed due to strikes.
Production issues further push 'Mass Jathara' back.
Ravi Teja's 'Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi' set for Jan 13, facing box office clash.
Quotes
Twitter User
A user on X, formerly Twitter
“#BharthaMahasayulakuWignyapthi An entertainer with a few comedy blocks that work out, but goes over the top elsewhere! The film has a very thin storyline with a screenplay that has been seen many times. Director Kishore Tirumala manages to deliver a few comedy blocks that work, mainly in the first half. However, the second half feels largely dragged and ends with a weak climax, though a few comedy bits aimed at the masses are ok here.”
livemint.com
“#BharthaMahashayulakiWignyapthi - Glad RaviTeja steps out of the Mass Avatar. Ashika & VKishore Gud. Dimple struggles to perform. Satya Irritates. Decent Songs. Outdated Storyline & Cliche Forced Comedy Scenes throughout. Hardly few scenes bring laugh in this 2Hrs Flat Drama. DULL!”
livemint.com
Sources
Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi Review: Ravi Teja’s Entertainer Bites the Dust
Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi Twitter review: Ravi Teja's film fails to impress, dubbed 'dull, over the top'
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi OTT Release Date
Ravi Teja Takes Pay Cut for His Latest Film
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu To One Two Cha Cha Chaa, 5 Films To Watch In Theatres This Week
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi: Here Are The Early Reviews on X
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi Movie Review LIVE Updates: Ravi Teja to clash with Chiranjeevi and Prabhas at box office
‘Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi’ review: Just for few laughs
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