
Hari Hara Veera Mallu, the long-delayed big-budget action film starring Pawan Kalyan, has once again been postponed, and this time the Telangana Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) has expressed its disappointment over the matter. The repeated delays have not only upset fans but also left a noticeable impact on the state’s film exhibition sector.
TFCC Secretary Sridhar recently made some strong allegations, claiming that two unnamed producers and two directors are secretly influencing the ongoing theatre strike in Telangana. While he didn’t disclose their identities, Sridhar alleged that these individuals are actively trying to halt the release of Hari Hara Veera Mallu, causing major disruption in the state’s theatrical business.
According to Sridhar, many theatres had reserved screens for the anticipated release of the Pawan Kalyan starrer. But with the film’s unexpected delay, these screens remained vacant, resulting in significant financial losses for exhibitors. He also pointed out that only a handful of Telugu films in 2025, like Sankranthiki Vasthunam, Court, and Mad Square, have performed well, further compounding the crisis.
Sridhar also voiced concerns about the soaring remunerations demanded by certain actors. He cited examples where actors whose films gross less than ₹2 crore are reportedly charging as high as ₹13 crore, a trend he says is unsustainable, especially for single-screen theatres that are already struggling.
At the heart of the strike lies a conflict between producers and exhibitors regarding the revenue-sharing model. While some prefer fixed rentals, others insist on sharing ticket revenues. A committee has been formed to mediate the issue, but the ongoing delays in major releases like Hari Hara Veera Mallu have made the situation more tense.
As the industry awaits resolution, there is growing pressure for transparency, collaboration, and timely releases to help the ailing theatre ecosystem recover.
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