Chiranjeevi has teamed up with star director Anil Ravipudi for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The film's pre-release business is a hot cake, and now the OTT rights have been sold.

Post the debacle of Bholaa Shankar under the direction of Meher Ramesh, Chiranjeevi has signed multiple films, one of which is a comedy caper with star director Anil Ravipudi. Titled Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, the film has already wrapped up three schedules and is all set to hit the screens on January 12, 2026, as a Sankranthi special.
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We at OTTplay have been bringing you detailed updates on the film's digital rights and how the makers have been demanding big bucks for them. Well, we have now learned exclusively that Zee 5 has bagged the digital rights for a record price, the highest ever for a Chiranjeevi film. The film will be available for streaming after its theatrical run.
This deal was also made possible by taking into account Anil Ravipudi's sensational track record. He hasn’t delivered a single flop, and all his films are clean entertainers that garner massive viewership on OTT. That is one of the key reasons Zee5 went all out for the OTT rights.
On the other hand, another film of Chiranjeevi’s, Vishwambhara, is stuck due to the lack of an OTT deal. As the makers are quoting a bomb for the Vassishta directorial, not many platforms are showing interest. The makers are trying hard to make things work, but not many platforms are showing interest.
Sahu Garapati is producing the film alongside Chiranjeevi's daughter, Sushmita Konidela. They are investing heavily in the film, and a massive portion of the budget has gone towards the hefty remuneration of Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara. Chiranjeevi himself has been paid a whopping Rs 72 crore as his fee for this family drama.
The latest buzz is that Chiranjeevi will be seen as a school teacher in this film, which explores ego issues between a husband and wife. Bheems Ceciroleo has composed the music, and this project is a massive opportunity for him to shine, especially since it’s a Chiranjeevi starrer.
Already, the first song, Meesala Pilla has clocked over 100 million views and is still going strong. Venkatesh and Chiranjeevi have shot for a special song the other day and this makes the comedy caper even more interesting. Stay tuned for more updates on this project.
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Q. When is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film releasing?
A. The comedy caper is all set for a tentative release on Jan 12, 2026
Q. Is Venkatesh playing the second lead in Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film?
A. Yes, he will be seen in a crazy role in the comedy caper.
Q. What is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film all about??
A. The film is a comedy caper which delas with ego issues between husband and wife.
Q. What is the title of Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film?
A. The film has been itled Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu.
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