Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu director Anil Ravipudi in talks with Rana Daggubati for his next?
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is a blockbuster hit, and everyone is eager to know which star director Anil Ravipudi will team up with next. Read on to learn more.
Last Updated: 01.38 PM, Jan 22, 2026
Anil Ravipudi is one of the top directors in Telugu cinema right now. He has directed nine films so far, and all of them have turned into blockbuster hits at the box office. His latest release, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, featuring Chiranjeevi, has taken the box office by storm, crossing over ₹330 crore as per the tracking portal Sacnilk.
During the promotions of his earlier films, Anil Ravipudi would usually reveal which star he would be directing next. However, during the promotions of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, he kept the focus strictly on the film and refrained from discussing his next project.
Now that the film is out, Anil Ravipudi has revealed in one of his interviews that he is planning a surprise casting for his next venture. Since then, several actor names have been doing the rounds in film circles.
Whom will Anil Ravipudi direct next?
The latest buzz suggests that Anil Ravipudi is set to team up with Venkatesh once again, and the film is said to be the sequel to Sankranthiki Vasthunnam. Adding to the excitement, Rana Daggubati has reportedly been approached to play a key role in this comedy caper, which would be a surprising addition.
A source close to Anil Ravipudi revealed that although the project has not yet been officially announced, there is no denying that the film is being planned for a Sankranthi 2027 release. The script work has already been locked, and an explosive announcement is expected soon.
Anil Ravipudi is expected to announce his next in a grand manner
The makers of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu are set to host a special event this Sunday in Hyderabad, and there is strong buzz that Anil Ravipudi may announce his next film at the event, though an official confirmation is still awaited.
Rana Daggubati, who is currently going through a series of flops, is in need of a solid hit, and teaming up with Anil Ravipudi could help him get back on track.
Meanwhile, Venkatesh, who will also headline Anil's next, is busy with Adarsha Kutumbam and is also expected to begin shooting for Drushyam 3 this year. With multiple projects lined up, it will be interesting to see how dates are managed if this collaboration materializes.
For now, the Anil Ravipudi, Venkatesh, and Rana Daggubati combination has become a major talking point on social media. Stay tuned for more updates about this upcoming biggie.
Anil Ravipudi films FAQs:
Q. When does Venkatesh make an entry in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?
A. Venkatesh has a special cameo and makes an entry in the second half.
Q. What is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film all about??
A. The film is about a top cop who has to save his ex-wife from a deadly attack.
Q. Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garun?
A. You can stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on Zee5 and OTTplay Premium.
Q. Which star will Anil Ravipudi direct next?
A. As per the update Anil will direct Venkatesh and Rana Daggubati