Shanmukha set to thrill with march 21 release

The curtains are about to rise on Shanmukha, a devotional thriller hitting theatres on 21 March 2025, starring Avika Gor and Aadi Saikumar. Announced at a press meet on 12 March, the film—directed by Shanmugam Sappani—promises a fresh twist, with Aadi as an investigative officer digging into uncharted mysteries. The buzz is loud: Hindi digital rights and theatrical deals across states are already locked in, a sign of big expectations.

Avika’s voice carries a spark of joy—she’s nabbed a role she’s long craved, one that blends devotion with depth, alongside Aadi’s steady presence. “Working with Ravi Basrur was a dream come true,” she said, nodding to the KGF composer whose music will weave this tale together. Under SAPBRO Productions and Tulsiram Sappani’s helm, the film’s got Manoj Nandam and Chirag (in a dark turn) rounding out the cast, adding layers to the suspense.

Shanmugam’s pitch is tantalizing—“an extraordinary concept that hasn’t been explored before.” Picture this: a cop unraveling secrets tied to faith, backed by Basrur’s pulsing score. It’s a gamble on a genre that’s hooked Telugu audiences lately—think Kalki or Hanuman. Will Shanmukha strike that same chord, or carve its own path? Six days to go, and the wait’s electric.