In a recent press event, producer Dil Raju accidentally confirmed the title of Vijay Deverakonda’s upcoming film, previously known as VD13. The movie will be called Rowdy Janardhana and will be directed by Ravi Kiran Kola, known for Raja Vaaru Rani Gaaru.
The revelation came during the re-release event of Seethamma Vaakitlo Sirimalle Chettu on March 5, 2025, where Dil Raju discussed upcoming projects. He mentioned that both Rowdy Janardhana and Nithiin’s next film Yellamma will begin shooting in April or May, with pre-production work already completed.
Set against the backdrop of the Rayalaseema region, Rowdy Janardhana marks Dil Raju’s second collaboration with Vijay Deverakonda after their recent film, The Family Star.
Meanwhile, Vijay Deverakonda is preparing for the release of his highly anticipated action film, Kingdom, directed by Jersey fame Gowtham Tinnanuri. Scheduled to hit theaters on May 30, 2025, the movie is expected to be a two-part epic with a war backdrop, portraying the rise of a savior who protects his people.
The teaser, released in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi, has already created a buzz online. Anirudh Ravichander will compose the film’s music, and according to producer Naga Vamsi, each installment will explore different timelines and plots.
Vijay Deverakonda was last seen in The Family Star, where he played a middle-class man struggling to support his family. With multiple projects lined up, the actor continues to dominate the big screen.