Mango Pachcha, which marks the debut of Kiccha Sudeep’s nephew Sanchith Sanjeev as a leading man, has zeroed in on a festive release date

Last Updated: 02.05 PM, Nov 16, 2025
It’s going to be a very busy December and January for Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep. First up, he’s got his Christmas release Mark to promote and then, in only 3 weeks from then, he will present a new hero in Sandalwood. Sudeep’s nephew Sanchith Sanjeev is making his acting debut with Mango Pachcha, produced by a new banner helmed by Sudeep’s wife Priya, which has now got a release date. On November 16, the team of Mango Pachcha announced that Sanchith will be on the big screen on January 15, 2026, giving audiences Sankrantige ondu Kannada cinema.
Mango Pachcha is, as of now, looking at a solo release, as far as the Kannada market is considered, given that no other film has announced a January release and that Sankranti is generally a festival that is open season for movies from other industries. Only a week prior to the release of Mango Pachcha is Tamil superstar Vijay’s last film, Jana Nayagan, as is Prabhas’ The Raja Saab and if either or both of these movies do well, then Sanchith’s film will have trouble as far as getting prime shows and screens goes.

Nevertheless, the young actor is assured of a good opening, what with Sudeep fans eagerly awaiting the film to see what Kiccha Jr brings to the table. An earlier teaser had hinted at Sanchith channelling major Sudeep vibes, be it the way he talks, walks or even smokes. Directed by debutant Viveka, Mango Pachcha is a gangster drama set in Mysuru of the 90s.
Q. Who is Sanchith Sanjeev?
A. Sanchith Sanjeev is an aspiring filmmaker and actor. He made his directorial debut as co-director on the film Ambi Ning Vayassayatho, starring the late Rebel Star, Ambareesh. Sanchith will make his acting debut with the upcoming Kannada crime drama, Mango Pachcha.
Q. Is Sanchith Sanjeev related to Kiccha Sudeep?
A. Yes, Sanchith and Sudeep are related. Sudeep is Sanchith's maternal uncle, i.e., the Kannada superstar is Sanchith's mother's brother. The young actor has been bestowed with the title Jr Kichcha on this account.
Q. When will Mango Pachcha release?
A. Mango Pachcha will be a Sankranti release and hit theatres on January 15, 2026