Jacqueline Fernandez signs a Telugu biggie: Director, genre, and shoot details here

After sizzling in a special son in Prabhas' Saaho, Jacqueline Fernandez has finally signed a Telugu biggie. She will be seen in a never-before-seen avatar in this big budget film. Read to learn more.

Jacqueline Fernandez

Post the success of Baahubali, there have been multiple actors from Hindi and other languages showing interest in Telugu cinema. Popular heroines, Mrunal Thakur, Pooja Hegde, and Sonakshi Sinha are among those who have already done Telugu films. Next in line is the very famous Jacqueline Fernandez, who is all set to make her direct Telugu debut with an action thriller.

Jacqueline Fernandez set for her Telugu debut

Going into details, director Jayashankarr, who last made Paper Boy and Ari, met Jacqueline and narrated an action-packed script. A source close to the unit reveals to us that although Jacqueline was initially reluctant, the moment she began listening, she loved the story and immediately gave her nod.

The yet-untitled project will be produced by a well-funded production house, which will be revealed soon. The fact that Jayashankarr, a relatively small-time director in Telugu cinema, has bagged Jacqueline’s dates has become a hot topic in Telugu film circles.

Going back in time, Jacqueline was supposed to make her Telugu debut with Pawan Kalyan’s Harihara Veera Mallu. She was confirmed to join the shoot, but due to some financial issues, she backed out and Nidhhi Agerwal replaced her. Jacqueline was last seen in a special song with Prabhas in Saaho. This upcoming film will mark her first full-fledged role in Telugu cinema, and she is super excited about it.

Jacqueline Fernandez to be seen in an action packed role

The film is an action thriller with heavy-duty VFX and will be made in Telugu, Hindi, and other South Indian languages. The makers are investing a good amount of money, and the songs will be shot lavishly. Very soon, the project will be officially announced through a grand puja ceremony in Hyderabad. The makers are in plans to start the film by the end of this year and release the film as summer 2026 special.

The news is that Jacqueline has been paid big bucks to sign the film. Several top heroines have made their mark in Telugu cinema, and it remains to be seen if Jacqueline Fernandez will do the same. For now, her signing a Telugu film with a young director has become the talk of the town. Stay tuned for more updates.

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FAQs

Q. Has Jacqueline Fernandez signed a Telugu film?

A. Yes, she has signed an action drama which will be announced soon.

Q. What is Jacqueline Fernandez' upcoming film?

She will next be seen in Welcome To The Jungle with Akshay Kumar

Q. Who is producing Jacqueline's new Telugu film

She has signed a new Telugu film with director Jayashankarr and the production house will be revealed soon.

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