Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna star in the upcoming period action drama *Ranabaali*, whose trailer has been released. According to outlets, the film is set during the British colonial era and centers on a village facing famine. The story follows a protagonist, Ranabaali, as he takes action to protect his community amid hardship.
The sources also describe *Ranabaali* as blending action, drama and emotion, with director Rahul Sankrityan at the helm. Times of India highlights Vijay Deverakonda’s enthusiasm for the script, calling it among the strongest Telugu offerings of the year. NDTV similarly frames the movie around conflict with the British empire, while noting the director’s prior work.
In terms of release plans, *Ranabaali* is scheduled to reach theatres worldwide on October 16, 2026. The film is set to be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. Times of India adds that Ajay-Atul compose the music.
