Film releases may now need a longer runway. Telangana Film Development Corporation chairman and producer-distributor Dil Raju has raised concerns over the CBFC’s new advisory, warning that the revised certification process is making release planning increasingly difficult.
Speaking at the joint success meet of Ramayana and Scene in Hyderabad on Friday, Raju said the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce was preparing a formal representation, joining voices of dissent from the Malayalam film industry.
“After the new rules were announced, releasing a film became quite problematic. We have to keep the film ready a month before its release. We can no longer announce dates in advance. The film must be submitted a month ahead, and the release date can be announced only after certification,” he said.
The Kerala Film Chamber and Film Producers Association have also opposed the guidelines, calling the expanded certification powers unnecessary. The industry is increasingly questioning their impact on release timelines and planning.
— (With input from Subhash K Jha)
Upcoming projects with Pawan Kalyan, Akshay Kumar
Speaking about his upcoming projects, Raju revealed that he is in preliminary discussions with Pawan Kalyan for a possible collaboration.
His upcoming slate includes the Hindi remake of Sankranthiki Vastunnam, directed by Anees Bazmee and starring Akshay Kumar, which is targeting a February 2027 release. Salman Khan’s Monster, directed by Vamshi Paidipally, is nearing completion for an Eid 2027 release, while Ravi Teja’s Veeraadhi Veerulanta is expected to begin filming in February 2027.
He also has Dethadi, starring his nephew Ashish, planned for 2027, and an entertainer with Anil Ravipudi targeting Sankranthi 2028. Four other projects are in pre-production.
Clears air on ‘Toxic’ losses
Addressing reports of heavy losses on Toxic, Dil Raju dismissed the claims, saying he had actually made a profit distributing the Yash-starrer in the Telugu states.
He clarified that the deal was commission-based, limiting his financial exposure, and alleged that misleading reports were deliberately circulated to tarnish his business image. “Ups and downs are a part of life. I am too busy looking ahead to cry over spilt milk,” he said, adding that his distribution arrangement for Ramayana was also commission-based.
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