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Basic Info

Title: Takshakudu

Language: Telugu

Genre: Action, Drama / Mythical Survival Thriller / Revenge Drama

Release: Direct OTT Release on Netflix in 2026

Status: Shooting wrapped

Plot  

The story follows a blind tribal man named Suri and his loyal dog. After a cursed night burns down their village, they embark on a dangerous quest to confront the evil force behind it. 

Set against a backdrop of folklore and fate, the film explores themes of greed, loss, and human nature. Director Vinod Anantoju describes it as "a world where myths breathe, where silence builds tension, and where every sound matters."

Cast

Anand Deverakonda - as Suri

Nitanshi Goel - Lead role, Tollywood debut

Naveen Chandra

Prabhakar

Sanjay Jha / Jay Jha

Jabardasth Phani

Shyam Mohan, Navya Swamy in key roles

Director Vinod Anantoju - also makes a cameo

Crew

Director & Writer: Vinod Anantoju - Middle Class Melodies fame

Producers: Naga Vamsi, Sai Soujanya

Production: Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinema

Music: Midhun Mukundan

Cinematography: Balaji Subramanyam

Story: Janardhan Pasumarthi

OTT Platform: Netflix

Key Highlights

Anand Deverakonda takes on a completely different, darker folklore-driven role

Nitanshi Goel makes her Tollywood debut after Laapataa Ladies

Inspired by folk tales from director's childhood in villages

Part of Netflix's "Next on Netflix 2026" lineup.