Vijay Antony and Sasi’s Mother-Son Drama Vanda Devullu Secures Grand Pre-Release Event Ahead of June 19 Release
The promotional campaign for the highly anticipated emotional drama Vanda Devullu culminated in a star-studded pre-release event in Hyderabad on Monday. Reintroducing one of the most successful actor-director pairings in contemporary regional cinema, the film reunites versatile star Vijay Antony with blockbuster filmmaker Sasi—the creative duo behind the industry-shaking phenomenon Bichagadu. Presented by Fatima Vijay Antony under the Vijay Antony Film Corporation and produced by Ramanjaneyulu Javvaji under the Sarvanth Ram Creations banner, the high-stakes project is locked for a grand theatrical rollout this coming Friday, June 19, 2026.
The promotional gala drew prominent industry figures as chief guests, featured by the presence of mega-producer Niharika Konidela and hit director Thrinadha Rao Nakkina. The grand event amplified the already strong pre-release buzz triggered by the movie's highly acclaimed teaser and trailer cuts.
Vanda Devullu Production & Technical Backing
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Lead Protagonist: Vijay Antony
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Director & Writer: Sasi (Of Bichagadu and Sreenu fame)
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Producers: Fatima Vijay Antony & Ramanjaneyulu Javvaji
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Production Banners: Vijay Antony Film Corporation & Sarvanth Ram Creations
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Key Cast Ensemble: Swasika, Ajay Dhishan, Lijomol Jose, Karunas, Shakti, and Kavya Anil
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Dialogue & Lyric Writer: Bhashyasree
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Distribution Partners: Subba Reddy & Mythri Shashi (Releasing via Mythri Movie Distributors)
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Worldwide Theatrical Release: June 19, 2026
Redefining the Motherly Silhouette: A Goddess vs. A Human Being
Addressing the massive gathering, director Sasi shared an insightful perspective on how this script pivots away from his previous directorial venture.
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The Historical Gratitude: "A decade ago, Telugu audiences welcomed Bichagadu with open arms at a time when we were virtually unknown here. That lifetime warmth remains close to my heart," Sasi remarked.
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A Grounded Narrative Paradigm: "While Bichagadu elevated the mother figure to the status of an absolute goddess, Vanda Devullu takes a beautifully contrasting path. It portrays a mother as a beautifully flawed, ordinary human being. It explores the intricate, raw realities of a mother-son bond under intense circumstances."
Capturing the Eternal Inner Youth: Validating the film's profound writing, mega-producer Niharika Konidela revealed that she had already attended an exclusive preview screening of the movie. "Even after transitioning into the sacred spaces of marriage and motherhood, an ordinary woman still harbors a vibrant, young girl deep within her soul. Vanda Devullu beautifully captures that hidden inner girl," Niharika shared. "Every single prop on screen—from a standard ceiling fan to a simple teacup—carries its own storytelling weight. It beautifully balances message-driven storytelling with pure commercial entertainment."
Tears on Set and a Complete Technical Overhaul
An emotional Vijay Antony paid rich tribute to his director, tracing their deep professional association back twenty years to when Sasi first introduced him to the film industry as a music director.
Reflecting on his initial script narration, the actor confessed that the core narrative blocks moved him to absolute tears, prompting him to instantly sign the project. He emphasized that Vanda Devullu features him in a highly unique character arc completely removed from his prior filmography, backed seamlessly by a refreshing, handpicked technical crew selected by the director to inject a contemporary cinematic texture.
The event concluded with high-praise endorsements from director Thrinadha Rao Nakkina, writer Bhashyasree, distributor Subba Reddy, and industry veteran Manyam Ramesh, all commending Vijay Antony’s relentless commitment to content-driven, concept-heavy cinema. Spearheading a massive multiplex and single-screen rollout across the twin states in coordination with the premium distribution networks of Mythri, Vanda Devullu is perfectly positioned to dominate the domestic box office starting this Friday.
