Brotherhood, Fire & Filmmaking Dreams: Vijay Deverakonda and Sandeep Reddy Vanga Back Romanchakam Ahead of Grand Theatrical Release!
When Vijay Deverakonda and Sandeep Reddy Vanga reunite on a stage, nostalgia and raw emotion inevitably take over. The duo, who disrupted Indian cinema with Arjun Reddy, came together to celebrate and amplify the pre-release gala of Romanchakam—the upcoming youthful romantic comedy-thriller presented by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and bankrolled by Pranay Reddy Vanga under the Bhadrakali Pictures banner.
Starring Sumanth Prabhas (Mem Famous fame) and Anantika Sanilkumar in the lead, the film is helmed by debutant director Venugopal Reddy. With premier distribution house Asian Cinemas (Sunil Narang) releasing the film across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, Romanchakam is locked for a grand worldwide release on September 3, 2026, with paid premieres starting from the evening of September 2.
"I Cannot Put My Love for Sandeep into Words" – Vijay Deverakonda
Taking the microphone amid deafening cheers from fans, star hero Vijay Deverakonda delivered an unfiltered, heartfelt speech tracing their journey from uncertain beginnings to national triumph:
"My bond with Sandeep is far beyond that of a director and hero, or even brothers and friends. When we made 'Arjun Reddy', we went into it like soldiers heading to war. We had no money, no brand name, and 'Pelli Choopulu' hadn't released yet. Pranay Anna and his father believed in us so deeply that they sold their ancestral land and invested their life savings into our film.
I will go to any extent for Sandeep, and Sandeep will do the same for me. When Sandeep called me, if I didn't show up today, what else am I living for?
When I first met Sumanth Prabhas, I saw a pure, burning dream for cinema in his eyes. I immediately knew he was destined to be a true creator, and I promised myself I would stand by him whenever possible. Sumanth, Venu, and this entire passionate young gang deserve a thunderous hit."
— Vijay Deverakonda
"Zero Interference, 100% Freedom" – Sandeep Reddy Vanga
Reflecting on his role as presenter, blockbuster director Sandeep Reddy Vanga emphasized his policy of creative trust:
"When Venu narrated 'Romanchakam', I laughed my heart out. But to test if he could bring that script to life visually, I asked him for a pilot scene. He came back with a 6-minute sequence that was even better than what was written. From that moment, I gave him total ownership and never interfered on set.
Sumanth Prabhas has the natural charm of a hero, yet he stayed humble and completely blended with his gang of friends. The film is hilarious from start to finish. August 24 was the day that changed my life with 'Arjun Reddy'—I truly hope September 3 becomes that unforgettable milestone day for director Venugopal."
— Sandeep Reddy Vanga
A Relatable Coming-of-Age Comedy Rooted in Post-College Chaos
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Director Venugopal Reddy: Revealed that the narrative captures the sweet, comical, and uncertain phase young people face after stepping out of college into reality. He praised Sumanth’s expressive acting and noted that 99% of the crew are passionate newcomers.
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Hero Sumanth Prabhas: Expressed overwhelming gratitude, noting that being supported by heroes like Vijay Deverakonda and banners like Bhadrakali Pictures makes him dream bigger as a leading man.
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Leading Lady Anantika Sanilkumar & Cast: Shared their excitement about the authentic camaraderie and clean family humor packed into the 2.5-hour entertainer.
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Musical Soul by Vasuki Vaibhav: Composer Vasuki Vaibhav noted that the soundtrack—especially the trending number "Radharamana"—serves as his ultimate visiting card in Telugu cinema.
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Words of Encouragement: Acclaimed lyricist Chandrabose, directors Meher Ramesh and Souryuv, and the ensemble cast (Upendra Limaye, Venkatesh Kakumanu, Narendra Ravi, Mani, Sohan, Satish, Manasa) highlighted the film's infectious, laugh-a-minute vibe.
With strong backing from the Vanga brothers, positive buzz surrounding its music and trailers, and a packed release slate via Asian Cinemas, Romanchakam is geared to deliver a breezy, laugh-filled ride to theatres starting September 3, 2026!
