This year's Dussehra box office clash is shaping up to be intense, with multiple big films eyeing a release during the festive season.
Kantara Chapter 1, a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster, has already been confirmed for an October 2 release. With the first film becoming a nationwide sensation, expectations are sky-high for this installment.
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Meanwhile, reports suggest that Raja Saab, Prabhas' horror-comedy directed by Maruthi, might shift its release to October. Though the makers had earlier locked April 10, the film is yet to be completed, making a Dussehra release more likely.
Adding to the Dussehra rush, Balakrishna's Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is officially set for September 25, aiming to continue the success of Akhanda.
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On the other hand, Sai Dharam Tej's Sambarala Yeti Gattu is also lined up, creating further competition. If these two films perform well, they could dominate screens, leaving Raja Saab with tough choices.
Additionally, there are whispers that Ram Charan and Buchi Babu's sports drama might arrive on October 16, further complicating the release calendar.
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With so many biggies in the mix, the final Dussehra lineup remains uncertain, and fans will have to wait and see how the box office battle unfolds.