Releasing on Sankranti in the year 2025, the Telugu action thriller Daku Maharaj is a film full of tremendous family and social message, which gives a balanced combination of entertainment and emotions. Directed and co-written by director Bobby Kolli, the film once again features Nandamuri Balakrishna in a powerful and impressive role. Along with him, Bobby Deol makes his debut in Telugu cinema, who impresses the audience with his performance in the role of a villain. Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath and Urvashi Rautela have also given strong performances in the lead roles.
The story of Daku Maharaj is the story of a common man’s rebellion against the injustice, corruption and exploitation prevalent in society. He later comes to be known as a ‘dacoit’ but is actually a messiah who protects the oppressed. The film’s cinematography, dialogues and music (by Thaman S) keep the audience captivated. Made on a budget of ₹100 crore, the film has grossed ₹115 crore so far and has become the third biggest Telugu film of 2025. The film presents a great blend of action, emotion and social message.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Daaku Maharaaj |
| Language | Telugu |
| Genre | Action Thriller |
| Directed by | Bobby Kolli |
| Written by | Bobby Kolli, K. Chakravarthy Reddy |
| Dialogues by | Nandu Savirigana, Bhanu Bogavarapu |
| Produced by | Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, Sai Soujanya |
| Production Companies | Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinemas, Srikara Studios |
| Lead Cast | Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath |
| Supporting Cast | Urvashi Rautela, Ravi Kishan, Makarand Deshpande, Sachin Khedekar, others |
| Music by | Thaman S |
| Cinematography | Vijay Kartik Kannan |
| Edited by | Ruben, Niranjan Devaramane |
| Release Date | 12 January 2025 |
| Runtime | 148 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Budget | ₹100 crore |
| Box Office Collection | ₹115 crore |
| Notable Fact | Bobby Deol’s debut in Telugu cinema |
Daaku Maharaaj Story
In a remote corner of India, MLA Tirumala Naidu (Ravi Kishan) secretly cultivates cocaine on Krishnamurthy’s (Sachin Khedekar) tea plantation. When Krishnamurthy discovers this illegal business, he warns the MLA to stop his activities. Meanwhile, Nanaji (Nandamuri Balakrishna) comes to Krishnamurthy’s house as a simple driver. He takes care of Krishnamurthy’s granddaughter Vaishnavi (Veda Agarwal) and gradually wins everyone’s trust with his loyalty and devotion to the family.
Nanaji turns out to be not just a driver but a strong protector who protects the family not only from Tirumala Naidu but also from the Thakur family, who are both deeply involved in the cocaine illicit trade. But the real twist comes when Maharashtra Police becomes active to catch Nanaji.
Now the question arises — who is Nanaji? What is his past? Why do the police want to catch him? Did he have a family that he lost? And what is Balwant Singh Thakur’s (Bobby Deol) connection to all these incidents? Is Nanaji the real ‘Daku Maharaj’?
The film slowly unravels all these mysteries – the story of a hero who stands up against injustice despite the deep scars of his past. Daku Maharaj is an action-packed, emotional and vengeful tale.
Movie Review
I recently watched Sankranthi’s Vasthunam and must say it was a great experience. The film is a complete family entertainer that engages the audience from start to finish. The story is beautifully woven with laughter, emotions and family values that you won’t feel bored even for a moment.
As we all know, Venkatesh garu has once again won hearts with his amazing acting prowess. His screen presence is what takes the film to another height. His emotional depth, comic timing and dialogue delivery in every scene leave the audience spellbound. Watching Venkatesh garu on screen is always a memorable experience and in this film too, he did not disappoint the audience. We would all love to see him again and again on the big screen with this brilliant performance.
Aishwarya Rajesh garu’s performance in the film is also commendable. She has infused so much depth and truth into her character that she becomes an integral part of the story. Her screen presence, simplicity of dialogues and emotional scenes are very impressive. This role of his can be considered as one of his best roles till date.
Viewers like Rajesh Ambiti believe that Sankranthiki Vasthunam is a perfect festive movie, especially suitable for a family festival like Sankranti. Venkatesh garu has made a great comeback, and he has proved why he is considered one of the best actors in Telugu cinema.
The best part of the movie is that it presents a perfect balance of laughter, emotions and family values. After a long time, we have got to see a family entertainer that has something for viewers of every age group. Watching the movie makes us feel like celebrating a special occasion with our loved ones – an experience that touches the heart.
Overall, Sankranthiki Vasthunam is a heartwarming movie that the whole family can watch together. If you are looking for a movie that is full of entertainment and emotion, then this movie is a must watch. It will not only bring a smile to your face but will also touch your heart.
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Conclusion
Sankranthi’s Vasthuram is a film that presents a wonderful amalgamation of family values, emotions and entertainment. Venkatesh garu’s brilliant acting and Aishwarya Rajesh’s powerful performance make it even more special. This film is a perfect choice for family viewing in the festive season. The balance of humor, drama and emotions in the story keeps the audience captivated. After a long time, we have seen such a family film which will appeal to people of all age groups. If you are looking for a heart-touching, entertaining film, then definitely watch this film.