The 2026 box office season kicked off with an unexpected success on January 1st: senior actor Rajendra Prasad’s film, Sahakutumbaanam. We look into the movie’s performance and the veteran actor’s reaction to its reception.

Sahakutumbaanam, released on January 1st, stars young actors Ram Kiran and Megha Akash in the main roles. However, it is Rajendra Prasad’s strong performance that has truly captivated viewers. The family-oriented drama also features acting veterans such as Brahmanandam and Subhaleka Sudhakar, alongside comedians Racha Ravi, Giridhar, and Tagubothu Ramesh, connecting well with audiences.

Regarding Uday Sharma’s direction, Rajendra Prasad expressed his joy, stating, “For 48 years, I’ve been a part of your families. Your embrace of Sahakutumbaanam and making it a hit brings me great happiness. Telugu audiences consistently support family-focused movies, and watching people enjoy this film with their loved ones makes me even more pleased.”

He also shared his commitment to continue acting for the Telugu audience throughout his life, hoping to create more impactful films. Following these remarks, the number of screens for Sahakutumbaanam is expanding across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Its popularity is particularly surprising given the current presence of more rustic and youth-centric films like Psyche Siddhartha and Vaanara. Produced by Mahadev Goud and Nagaratna, Sahakutumbaanam is currently playing in cinemas.