Anand Deverakonda's 'Epic' Gets Surprise Title Change for Netflix Debut
Anand Deverakonda's 'Epic-First Semester' lands on Netflix with a surprise title change, sparking speculation about new content in the OTT version.
Dumtika Editorial
October 9, 2026 · 1 min read
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Key Highlights
- Netflix lists the film as 'Epic Classic-First Semester' instead of its original title.
- The title change has led to speculation about possible new content in the OTT version.
- The film stars Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya, directed by Aditya Hasan.
- Produced by Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya, streaming begins tonight.
Streaming on: Netflix Streaming from: 2026-10-10
Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya, who previously impressed audiences as a pair in 'Baby', reunited for 'Epic-First Semester', a romantic comedy directed by newcomer Aditya Hasan. Despite the buzz around their collaboration, the film did not perform as expected during its theatrical run. Now, as the movie prepares for its digital premiere, an unexpected twist has caught fans' attention.
Ahead of its streaming launch, Netflix listed the film under a new title: 'Epic Classic-First Semester', rather than the original 'Epic-First Semester'. This sudden change has led to widespread discussion online, with viewers questioning whether the alteration was a simple technical error or a deliberate move by the platform or producers. The source material notes that "it is still unclear whether this is just a technical typo by the Netflix team or an intentional title tweak."
The title confusion has also fueled speculation about possible differences between the OTT version and the theatrical cut. Some fans are wondering if the streaming release might include additional scenes or an alternate edit. The film, jointly produced by Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under Fortune Four Cinemas, features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab and is set for a multi-language release on Netflix.
A clearer picture is expected to emerge once the film becomes available for streaming tonight, as viewers compare the OTT version to the original theatrical release.
