Chiranjeevi Faces Sankranthi Release Clash With Vishwambara and Kaaka

Megastar Chiranjeevi is at the center of a unique challenge this Sankranthi, as both his films, Vishwambara and Kaaka, are scheduled to release within days of each other. Chiranjeevi, who has maintained a strong presence in Telugu cinema over the decades, now finds himself navigating a rare scenario where two of his own projects are vying for the same festive window.

Vishwambara, which has faced over a year of delays, recently secured a digital streaming deal with Amazon Prime. The production team has committed to a theatrical release on January 9th, aiming to capitalize on the Sankranthi holiday audience. Meanwhile, Chiranjeevi is actively shooting for Kaaka, whose makers have reaffirmed their intention to release the film on January 13th, just four days after Vishwambara, following a meeting with the star.

Both films are backed by teams determined to leverage the lucrative festival period, a time when Telugu audiences flock to cinemas. According to reports, Chiranjeevi has met with the producers of both projects in an effort to mediate a solution and avoid a direct box office clash. Industry insiders note that with Vishwambara’s prolonged delay, the star may request the Kaaka team to consider a summer release instead. However, no final decision has been made as of now.

A previous report from June highlighted Chiranjeevi’s ongoing work on Kaaka, with plans for a Sankranthi 2027 release, but the current announcement places the film in direct competition with Vishwambara this coming January. The stakes are high, as a clash could potentially impact the box office performance of both films, and fans are closely watching to see how Chiranjeevi resolves this scheduling dilemma.