Star Boy Siddhu Jonnalagadda has officially begun his landmark 10th film. Siddhu 10 was launched today, 11 November 2026, with a grand pooja ceremony at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad, and the announcement has already set Telugu cinema fans talking. The film pairs the Tillu star with two of the biggest names in Telugu cinema, Sukumar Writings and Bunny Vas Works, for a romantic entertainer that takes Siddhu in a direction nobody expected.
Image Credit: Sukumar Writings / Bunny Vas Works — Official Poster via YouTube
The launch ceremony took place at 9:32 in the morning, the muhurtham the makers had announced a day earlier. Director Mohan B, who is making his directorial debut with the film, had shared an emotional note on Instagram on the eve of the launch, writing that every storyteller carries a dream within and that today that dream takes its first step towards the silver screen. His post called the project a beautiful collaboration to celebrate the magic of love, and described it as Production No. 2 from Sukumar Writings and Bunny Vas Works.
A grand launch with the industry in attendance
The pooja ceremony drew several well-known faces from the Telugu film industry. Popular producer Allu Aravind sounded the first clap for the film and launched its first glimpse, while director Buchi Babu Sana handed over the script to the team. Director Nandini Reddy switched on the camera, and producers Dheeraj Mogilineni and Vamsi Nandipati were among the guests at the event.
Sukumar himself shared images from the ceremony on Instagram, writing that with divine blessings and boundless excitement, the journey of Siddhu 10 begins with a grand pooja ceremony, and that the shoot begins soon to bring a beautiful love story to life. The makers also unveiled the theme motion poster at the launch, giving fans their first real look at the world of the film.
The posters have already started a conversation
Even before the launch, the promotional artwork had fans guessing. The official launch poster features a ceremonial sword with a bull’s head on its hilt, standing beside a Shiva lingam on a stone base, with a brass vessel alongside, all set against a dark backdrop. It is a striking, symbolic image that says nothing directly about the story and yet has sparked plenty of discussion.
The theme poster released by the makers presents a very different mood. A waterfall forms the backdrop, while a tree and a hanging swing occupy the centre, and flowing fabrics in vibrant shades of red, yellow and black add to the composition. The two posters together suggest a film that mixes intensity with romance, and that contrast is exactly what has made the announcement travel so fast.
Siddhu trades punchlines for romance
Siddhu Jonnalagadda has built his stardom on trademark humour, witty one-liners and quirky characters, most famously as Tillu in DJ Tillu and Tillu Square. The film looks set to take a different route. The film is described by the makers as a beautiful love story and a romantic entertainer, and it is expected to showcase the actor in a fresh dimension.
For Siddhu, the project is a chance to step away from the witty, larger-than-life characters audiences associate him with. This time, the actor seems ready to trade his punchlines for romance, and with Sukumar backing the venture, there is plenty of curiosity surrounding this new combination. The shift is deliberate, and it is the biggest talking point of the announcement.
Nayan Sarika plays the female lead
Nayan Sarika will play the female lead opposite Siddhu Jonnalagadda in the film. The actress has made her mark with films such as Aay, KA, Vishnu Vinayasam and Raaka, and her pairing with Siddhu is one of the freshest combinations announced in Telugu cinema this year.
The rest of the cast has not been announced yet. The makers have said that more details about the film, including the complete cast, will be revealed in the coming days, and the official title of the film is also yet to be announced. For now, the project is tentatively referred to as Siddhu 10.
Sukumar and Bunny Vas mount their costliest production
The film is presented by Thabitha Sukumar and jointly produced by Sukumar Writings and Bunny Vas Works. Anmol Sharma, Bunny Vas and Ashok Bandreddi are the producers of the film, which is being described as the costliest production mounted by the two banners so far.
It is important to note that Sukumar is producing the film and is associated with its creative development, but he is not directing it. The direction is in the hands of debutant Mohan B, a close associate of Sukumar. The combination of Sukumar’s storytelling instincts and Bunny Vas’s production strength is a large part of why the announcement has drawn so much attention.
GV Prakash Kumar composes the music
The music will be composed by GV Prakash Kumar, the three-time National Award winning music director. His involvement adds further weight to the project, and fans are already looking forward to the songs of what the makers are calling a beautiful love story.
The technical crew also includes Chandru Selvraj handling cinematography and Sahi Suresh on board as production designer. The makers have put together a strong team behind the camera for a film that is being mounted on a large scale.
What happens next for Siddhu 10
The makers have disclosed that regular shooting will begin later this month, starting with the filming of a song sequence. The complete production schedule and the theatrical release date have not been announced yet, and the title of the film will be revealed at a later stage.
That leaves fans with plenty to look forward to. The launch has done its job, putting the film firmly on the list of Telugu films to watch in the coming months. A new title announcement, the first look, and the start of shooting will each be events in themselves, and the curiosity around the film’s story will only grow until the makers reveal more.
For now, the picture is clear. Siddhu Jonnalagadda has closed one chapter of his career and opened another, with Sukumar and Bunny Vas behind him and a love story ahead of him. Siddhu 10 is officially underway.
Telugu cinema has a busy week ahead, with Maya Lady arriving in cinemas on 13 November.
Image Credit: Sukumar Writings / Bunny Vas Works — Official Poster via YouTube
The launch was reported by Gulte and reported by Cinema Express.
Frequently asked questions about Siddhu 10
When was Siddhu 10 launched?
Siddhu 10 was officially launched on 11 November 2026 with a grand pooja ceremony at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. The ceremony took place at 9:32 in the morning.
Who is directing Siddhu 10?
Debutant director Mohan B is directing the film. Sukumar is producing the film with Bunny Vas, but he is not directing it.
Who plays the female lead in Siddhu 10?
Nayan Sarika plays the female lead opposite Siddhu Jonnalagadda. She has earlier acted in films such as Aay, KA, Vishnu Vinayasam and Raaka.
What is the story of Siddhu 10?
The film is described by the makers as a beautiful love story and a romantic entertainer. The detailed storyline has not been revealed yet, and the makers have kept several details under wraps.
Who is composing the music for Siddhu 10?
Three-time National Award winning music director GV Prakash Kumar is composing the music for the film.
When will Siddhu 10 release in theatres?
The theatrical release date of the film has not been announced yet. The makers have said that regular shooting will begin later this month, starting with a song sequence, and the title and release date will be announced later.
