For many years, Megastar Chiranjeevi has been known for his grand commercial entertainers, full of songs, action sequences, and moments designed for the masses. His upcoming film, “Mana Shankar Varaprasad Garu,” set for release on January 12th, 2026, fits perfectly within this established style.

However, a strong rumor is circulating that after completing his movie with KS Bobby, following the Anil Ravipudi directorial, Chiranjeevi might actually move towards rustic cinema.

While Chiranjeevi has long been associated with big commercial films featuring songs, fights, and mass appeal, he is reportedly interested in a gritty story from acclaimed Tamil filmmaker Vetrimaaran. Reports indicate that the Megastar has given a positive response to this concept.

This new development suggests the actor is keen on revisiting the content-driven, realistic cinema that marked his early career in the 1980s. Films such as Swayamkrushi, Rudraveena, and Challenge demonstrated his ability to combine star power with strong social and emotional narratives, and such grounded, realistic films could once again impress his audience.

Although there is no official announcement about this particular project yet, industry insiders believe the Megastar is deliberately looking to broaden his filmography and establish a legacy that extends beyond just box office figures.

This potential shift for Chiranjeevi, involving Vetrimaaran and a move to rustic cinema, is a significant topic of discussion in Tollywood regarding his future projects.