As the Diwali festival is fast approaching, new films are targetting the weekend to become festival blockbusters after Kantara Chapter 1 and Pawan Kalyan’s OG benefitted from Dasara festivities. Here are interesting theatrical releases this weekend and interestingly, all of them feature upcoming actors in lead roles.
Mithra mandali
Cast: Niharika NM, Priyadarshi Pulikonda, VTV Ganesh, Vennela Kishore, Satya, RAG Mayur
Director: Vijayander s
Language: Telugu
Genre: Comedy
Release Date: October 16, 2025
This film features a large ensemble cast, including popular names like Priyadarshi Pulikonda, Vennela Kishore, and YouTube sensation Niharika NM. It is a comedy directed by Vijayender S, promising pure, laughter-filled entertainment for the festive season, with premieres on 15th October.
Telusu Kada
Cast: Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Raashii Khanna, Srinidhi Shetty, Harsha Chemudu, Ravi Mariya
Director: Neeraja Kona
Language: Telugu
Genre: Romantic, Comedy
Release Date: October 17, 2025
Starring Star Boy Siddhu Jonnalagadda, this film is a highly anticipated musical romantic entertainer. Directed by Neeraja Kona, it also features Raashii Khanna and Srinidhi Shetty in leading roles. The makers are confident that it will be another big blockbuster from the actor like Tillu Square.
CRAMP
Cast: Kiran Abbavaram, Yukti Thareja, Sai Kumar, Naresh, Vennela Kishore
Director: Jains Nani
Language: Telugu
Genre: Action, Romantic
Release Date: October 18, 2025
This movie pairs Kiran Abbavaram with Yukti Thareja in a blend of action and romance. While the trailer and teaser did tease some adult elements, the team has stated that it is a family entertainer with few edgy elements. With a supporting cast including Sai Kumar and Vennela Kishore, it is directed by Jains Nani.
Dude
Cast: Pradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha Baiju, Neha Shetty, R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, Rohini
Director: Keerthiswaran
Language: Tamil
Genre: Romantic, Action, Comedy
Release Date: October 17, 2025
The film features Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju in a fun-filled romantic comedy. Directed by Keerthiswaran, the cast also includes Neha Shetty and R. Sarathkumar. The songs composed by Sai Abhyankkar have become chartbusters rising expectations on this film.
Diesel
Cast: Harish Kalyan, Athulya Ravi, P. Sai Kumar, Ananya, Karunas, Ramesh Thilak, Kaali Venkat, Vivek Prasanna, Sachin Khedekar, Sai Krishna, Zakir Husain, Apoorva, Thangadurai, Thangadurai
Director: Shanmugam Muthusamy
Language: Tamil
Genre: Action, Thriller
Release Date: October 17, 2025
Harish Kalyan and Athulya Ravi lead this intense action-thriller directed by Shanmugam Muthusamy. The movie boasts a massive supporting cast, including P. Sai Kumar and Sachin Khedekar, guaranteeing a packed cinematic experience.
Bison: Kalamaadan
Cast: Dhruv Vikram, Anupama Parameswaran, Lal, Pasupathy, Rajisha Vijayan, Hari Krishnan, Azhagam Perumal, Kalaiyarasan
Director: Mari Selvaraj
Language: Tamil
Genre: Sports, Drama
Release Date: October 17, 2025
Directed by the critically acclaimed Mari Selvaraj, this sports drama stars Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran. The film focuses on themes of struggle and aspiration within the world of sports, where a boy from oppressed community rises to the top.
Black Phone 2
Cast: Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davies, Demián Bichir
Director: Scott Derrickson
Language: English
Genre: Supernatural, Horror
Release Date: October 17, 2025
The much-awaited Hollywood sequel returns with director Scott Derrickson and stars Ethan Hawke. The horror film continues the chilling supernatural narrative, set to deliver more frights and mystery.
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