The shooting of the live-action drama Thandel, starring Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi, is nearing completion. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti and produced by Bunny Vas under Geetha Arts, with music by Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad, the film has already generated buzz with the hit song "Bujji Thalli." Inspired by real-life events from D Machhilesham village in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, the movie is set for a Pan India release in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi.

This will mark Naga Chaitanya's debut in the pan-Indian market. Dream Warrior Pictures will release the film in Tamil, but the Bollywood distribution details are still under wraps. Although Thandel is slated for a February 7 release, it will be released globally on February 6. Some fans are concerned about its reception in Tamil Nadu, where Ajith's film is also releasing, but many believe Thandel will perform well.