Priyamani okays Chiranjeevi–Bobby Kolli's project, to get highest pay cheque, here's what we know

Chiranjeevi has teamed up with director Bobby Kolli for his next project. The makers have now roped in Priyamani as one of the leads.

Priyamani in Chiranjeevi's next

Megastar Chiranjeevi has once again proved why he is considered the undisputed king of the box office with his latest film, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The family drama has emerged as a massive success and is steadily nearing the ₹400 crore gross mark worldwide. The film is all set to premiere on Zee5 and OTTplay Premium from February 11, 2026, giving audiences another chance to experience the blockbuster on digital platforms.

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Meanwhile, attention has shifted to Chiranjeevi’s next project, which will mark his reunion with director Bobby Kolli. The duo last delivered the blockbuster Waltair Veerayya, and expectations are already sky-high for their upcoming collaboration.

OTTplay had earlier reported that the makers were in talks with Malavika Mohanan to play the female lead opposite Chiranjeevi. However, things did not materialize, reportedly due to her high remuneration demands.

Who is playing the female lead in Chiranjeevi-Bobby film?

The latest update is that the makers have now finalized Priyamani as the female lead. A source close to the unit revealed that Priyamani initially surprised the makers by quoting a fee of ₹1.5 crore.

Priyamani demands big bucks for her next

After further discussions, both parties reportedly agreed on ₹1 crore, following which the actress officially came on board. This is her highest pay cheque to date when it comes to Telugu films. As previously reported, Chiranjeevi will be seen playing the father of a young girl in the film, which means Priyamani will portray a mature, middle-aged character alongside him.

Priyamani has successfully reinvented herself in recent years by choosing strong, content-driven roles. From her impactful performance in The Family Man series to leading roles in films like Bhamakalapam the National Award-winning actress has carved a niche for herself in mature and author-backed characters. With senior actresses like Ramya Krishnan demanding hefty fees, Priyamani has emerged as a preferred choice for filmmakers across industries.

Priyamani reinvents herself

Once a top heroine, Priyamani’s second innings have turned out to be even more fruitful, earning her critical acclaim and consistent work. Director Bobby Kolli has reportedly written a strong and emotionally grounded role for the female lead, and Priyamani fits the part perfectly. This is said to be one of the key reasons the makers did not hesitate to rope her in.

With a powerful cast, an experienced director, and Chiranjeevi in top form, this project is already generating strong buzz. Stay tuned for more updates on this much-awaited film.

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Chiranjeevi film FAQs:

Q. What is Chiranjeevi's next film after Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

A. He will next be seen in an action drama directed by Bobby Kolli

Q. What is Chiranjeevi-Bobby Kolli's film all about??

A. The film is about a father-daughter emotional drama laced with loads of action

Q. Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garun?

A. You can stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on Zee5 and OTTplay Premium.

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