Venkatesh and Kalyanram's January 12 Vidudala Earns GV Prakash's Blockbuster Tag
GV Prakash Kumar's enthusiastic praise for January 12 Vidudala boosts expectations for the Venkatesh-Kalyanram starrer, set for a Sankranti release.
Dumtika Editorial
September 10, 2026 · 1 min read

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Key Highlights
- GV Prakash Kumar praises January 12 Vidudala after previewing footage
- Venkatesh and Kalyanram star together for the first time in this family entertainer
- Anil Ravipudi directs, with Keerthy Suresh and Kriti Shetty in lead roles
- Film targets Sankranti festival release, raising audience expectations
Victory Venkatesh and Nandamuri Kalyanram are teaming up for the first time in the family entertainer January 12 Vidudala, directed by Anil Ravipudi. Known for his successful run with comedy-dramas, Ravipudi is aiming to deliver another festive hit for the Sankranti season. The film features Keerthy Suresh and Kriti Shetty as the female leads, with production handled by Sahu Garapati and presentation by Smt. Anitha, Suresh Babu, and Zee Studios.
Music composer GV Prakash Kumar has added to the anticipation by sharing his reaction after watching a substantial portion of the film. He posted on X, “Just saw one hour thirty mins footage of #january12vidudala …. BLOCKBUSTER incoming for sankranthi …. @AnilRavipudi sirrrrrrrrr.” GV Prakash's predictions have previously proven accurate, as he made similar remarks about Lucky Baskhar and Irumudi, both of which went on to become major hits.
Earlier this year, Venkatesh and Anil Ravipudi's collaboration was announced as a comedy entertainer, marking their fifth project together. The title January 12 Vidudala was revealed in June through a humorous video, generating buzz among fans and causing some playful confusion online.
With GV Prakash Kumar's endorsement and a strong creative team, the combination of Venkatesh, Kalyanram, and Ravipudi is shaping up to be a highlight for the upcoming Sankranti festival. The film's positive pre-release talk has heightened expectations among Telugu cinema audiences.


