According to the latest reports, Pawan Kalyan starrer, Ustaad Bhagat Singh is heading for an OTT release on April 23, 2026. This digital premiere comes five weeks after the film’s theatrical debut on March 19. Because it features a major superstar and is produced by a reputed production house (Mythri Movie Makers), OTT streaming giant Netflix secured the streaming rights well before the movie hit the big screen. Interestingly, the April 23 date was part of the original distribution plan. The production team initially scheduled the theatrical release for March 26. They later moved the cinema debut up to March 19 to capitalize on the Ugadi holiday. However, Netflix decided not to adjust its internal schedule to match this shift. Consequently, the film will maintain its pre-planned streaming window.

Poor commercial outcome

Upon its theatrical release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh struggled at the box office. According to data from various trade reports, the film faced a steep decline after its opening weekend at the box office. It earned approximately Rs 31.5 crore on its first day but failed to maintain that momentum. By the end of its second week, the domestic net collection stood at roughly Rs 70 crore. The performance is considered a disappointment given the film’s heavy Rs 150 crore budget. Competition from the blockbuster Dhurandhar 2 further squeezed its theatrical presence across the Telugu states. Reports indicate that the film has recovered less than 50% of its total investment so far. Mixed reviews regarding the predictable storyline have also impacted its long-term run.

No new acting assignments

Pawan Kalyan’s office, days after the movie’s release, issued a formal statement regarding his future acting assignments. They clarified that the actor is not currently in talks for any new projects. The team noted that he has no immediate plans to sign new commitments and remains focused on his existing political responsibilities.

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Bimal Oberoi has landed a role in Prashanth Neel’s upcoming film Dragon, a pan-India project. The action drama stars Jr NTR in the lead role. The casting news follows the massive success of Dhurandhar. That first film was released in December 2025. Its sequel, released in March, has been a further fillip. Bimal gained praise for his performance in the action thriller. He played Shirani, leader of the Balochistan United Force (BUF), in the Bollywood blockbusters.

It seems Neel was impressed by his screen presence and naturalness. Bimal has already joined the sets of Dragon to begin filming. His role is currently being kept under wraps by the production team. The popularity Bimal earned through Dhurandhar will surely benefit him as the release date of Dragon nears. Audiences now recognize him as a performer to look up to. This newfound fame will create buzz for himself, especially because Dragon is primarily a southern Indian project. His face will likely feature prominently in videos during the promotional phase. Once the official promotions start, his involvement will generate interest. This collaboration with Prashanth Neel could mark a second high point in his career after the Dhurandhar movies.

Bimal too is ecstatic about joining Dragon and is looking for versatile roles in the South. He restarted his acting career in 2018 after a break. To bag his role in Dhurandhar, he went through a rigorous process. He auditioned multiple times over several months for the director. He even shaved his head to fit the character’s specific look. The actor also grew a real beard to ensure authenticity, he told NDTV in an interview. He spent a long time preparing for the part before filming began. His commitment has finally paid off with these back-to-back big budget films. He is currently also doing Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan.

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In a heartwarming update, Vivian Dsena has announced the arrival of his baby boy. The actor, who had been away from the public eye for a while, shared the special news through a heartfelt social media post.

The announcement featured a note that read, “Went a little off the radar… not without reason. Some stories aren’t announced, they’re lived first.” Hinting at his quiet absence, the message added, “The kingdom just got bigger… and this time, it’s a Prince.”

Vivian captioned the post with “Alhamdulillah” along with hashtags like #BabyBoy and #NewBeginnings, expressing gratitude for the new chapter in his life.

The news was met with an outpouring of love from fans and members of the industry, who took to the comments section to congratulate the actor on this joyful milestone.

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