Telugu box office gears up for a busy August

August promises a lively run at the Telugu box office with comedy, romance, mystery and action as Bakasura Restaurant, Coolie, War 2, Paradha, Sundarakanda and Mass Jathara hit theatres.

Hyderabad: August is shaping up to be a packed month for Telugu movie lovers. From mass action to quirky comedies and emotional dramas, theatres are set to witness a variety of films throughout the month.

Bakasura Restaurant| August 8

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Kicking off the month is a fun supernatural comedy. A group of friends trying to start their dream restaurant end up inviting a legendary demon into their lives by mistake. Starring Praveen, Viva Harsha and Krishna Bhagavan, this film blends humour with fantasy.

Coolie| August 14

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s much-awaited action drama arrives in mid-August. Rajinikanth plays a man caught in the violent world of gold smuggling, with Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Kishore and Jisshu Sengupta taking key roles. Stylish action and strong emotions are set to drive this big-screen spectacle.

War 2| August 14

Releasing the same day is War 2, the latest spy thriller in Yash Raj Films’ universe. Hrithik Roshan’s Kabir faces a new rival, played by Jr NTR, in a film packed with high-speed chases, stunts and twists. Kiara Advani plays an important role in this battle of intelligence and courage.

Paradha| August 22

This bilingual mystery-adventure stars Anupama Parameswaran, Darshana Rajendran and Sangeetha Krish. A story rooted in tradition, secrets and self-discovery, it promises a fresh mix of suspense and drama. Paradha marks Darshana Rajendran’s Telugu debut.

Meghaalu Cheppina Prema Katha| August 22

Naresh Agastya and newcomer Rabiya Khatoon headline this romantic drama, which blends music with family emotions. Veteran actors add depth to a story built around love and relationships.

Sundarakanda| August 27

Nara Rohith leads this lighthearted drama that looks at the life of a middle-aged bachelor. The film shows how unexpected turns shape his search for love and purpose. Sridevi Vijaykumar appears as a first love from his past, while Vriti Vaghani brings in the possibility of a new beginning.

Mass Jathara| August 27

Ravi Teja is all set to bring back his trademark energy in this festive entertainer. Mass Jathara is a mix of action, comedy and strong emotion, centred around a fearless police officer who stands up for justice. Sree Leela plays the female lead. With its release timed for Ganesh Chaturthi, the movie is expected to pull large crowds looking for an out-and-out commercial ride.