Dacoit locks new release date: Here's when Adivi Sesh-Mrunal Thakur's film will be out
Dacoit locks new release date: The Adivi Sesh starrer was supposed to release on March 27, 2026, but was postponed due to the release of films like Dhurandhar and Peddi.
Last Updated: 04.41 PM, Feb 27, 2026
Dacoit is one of the most awaited films in Telugu cinema as it features Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur in the lead roles. Initially, the action drama was slated to hit the screens on March 27, 2026. However, with big-ticket films like Peddi and Nani’s The Paradise locking the same release window, Adivi Sesh decided not to clash with them and postponed his film.
When is Adivi Sesh, Mrunal Thakur's Dacoit releasing in theaters?
Now, we at OTTplay have learned that Adivi Sesh has finalized April 10, 2026, as the new release date for Dacoit. The film will be released in all South Indian languages and Hindi as well.
After the success of Major, Adivi has been planning his projects as pan-India ventures. While he enjoys decent recognition in other languages and Hindi markets, he remains a highly bankable actor in Telugu, with most of his recent films ending up as box-office successes.
The film is directed by Shaneil Deo, and Adivi is known for collaborating closely on scripts, which often contributes to the strong content of his movies. However, one criticism he faces is that he takes considerable time to finalize scripts and complete shoots.
Mrunal Thakur is paired opposite Adivi Sesh for the first time, and there is solid buzz around this fresh combination. Initially, Shruti Haasan was roped in as the female lead and even shot for nearly a month. However, due to creative differences, she walked out of the project, and Mrunal was brought on board.
The film is backed by Nagarjuna’s Annapurna Studios and is said to be an intense action drama revolving around a thief who falls in love. Interestingly, Adivi Sesh will be seen playing a rural character for the first time, speaking in a local dialect. The recently released second single, Rubaru, has caught the audience’s attention and added to the film’s buzz.
With a month to go for its release, the makers are leaving no stone unturned in promoting the film. Now that April 10 is locked, it remains to be seen what kind of impact Dacoit will create at the box office.
Dacoit FAQs
Q. Who is the director of Adivi Sesh's Dacoit?
A. The action drama is being directed by Shaneil Deo.
Q. When is Adivi Sesh, Mrunal Thakur's Dacoit, releasing?
A. The action drama will release on April 10, 2026.
Q. Why did Shruthi Haasan walk out of Dacoit?
A. Shruthi Haasan walked out of the film after having creative differences with Adivi Sesh, the main lead.
Q. Who is the main villain in Adivi Sesh's Dacoit?
A. The action drama has Anurag Kashyap as the main villain