Vijay Devarakonda’s Rowdy Janardhana includes a special Mumbai episode featuring Rajasekhar in a surprising role. Directed by Ravi Kiran Kola, the film releases in December 2026.
Dumtika Editorial
March 22, 2026 · 1 min read

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Vijay Deverakonda is set to redefine his on-screen persona with what promises to be his most ferocious role yet in Rowdy Janardhana, directed by Ravi Kiran Kola. Kola previously helmed the romantic drama Raja Vaaru Rani Gaaru and penned Vishwak Sen's Ashoka Vanamlo Arjuna Kalyanam. The director has described the film's bold concept: "What if a fictional character is told in the format of a biopic? That's Rowdy Janardhana."
Adding to the excitement, the makers have announced a special episode shot in Mumbai, focusing on a slum area that brings raw, gritty texture to the narrative. This segment is said to showcase a unique and surprising role by veteran actor Rajasekhar, whose look test has recently been completed and is generating serious buzz. The on-screen clash between Rajasekhar and Vijay is being touted as high-voltage. M9.news The cast also includes Keerthy Suresh, Samuthirakani, Vivek Oberoi, and Krithi Shetty IMDb in key roles.
The film boasts a stacked cast Keerthy Suresh, Samuthirakani, Vivek Oberoi, Krithi Shetty, and veteran actor Rajasekhar all feature in key roles. Rajasekhar has reportedly been roped in for a crucial negative role, and the on-screen clash between him and Vijay is being touted as high-voltage. Adding a fresh visual dimension, the team shot across multiple locations including Mumbai and Hyderabad.
With Christo Xavier composing the score and Anend C. Chandran behind the camera, the pan-India release is locked for December 2026. After a string of underwhelming box office outings, all eyes are on whether this blood-soaked mass entertainer delivers Vijay Deverakonda's much-needed blockbuster comeback.