# AA23 vs RC17: Allu Arjun and Ram Charan’s Next Big Releases, Mapped Out for 2027 & 2028

URL: https://technosports.co.in/aa23-vs-rc17-allu-arjun-and-ram-charan/  
Published: 2026-09-08  
Updated: 2026-09-08  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Telugu cinema’s two biggest superstars are gearing up for their next massive outings, and fresh reports have finally given fans a release-year roadmap. [Allu Arjun](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allu_Arjun)‘s untitled **AA23** is reportedly eyeing a **Christmas 2027** release, while Ram Charan’s **RC17** is being lined up for **2028**.

## What’s Cooking for Allu Arjun and Ram Charan

According to a report by Telugu Chitraalu, AA23 — Allu Arjun’s first collaboration with director Lokesh Kanagaraj — is being planned for the festive Christmas 2027 window. Meanwhile, RC17, Ram Charan’s second film with director Sukumar after their earlier hit, is reportedly slated for a 2028 release. Neither timeline has been officially confirmed by the makers yet.

![AA23](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AA23.webp)

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Film | AA23 |
| Lead | Allu Arjun |
| Director | Lokesh Kanagaraj |
| Rumoured release | Christmas 2027 |
| Rumoured female lead | Pooja Hegde |
| Genre | Action, described as “pan-Indian” |

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Film | RC17 |
| Lead | Ram Charan |
| Director | Sukumar (2nd collaboration) |
| Rumoured release | 2028 |
| Plot details | Not yet revealed |

## Why Fans Are Excited

AA23 marks a fresh creative pairing, with the actor’s announcement teaser featuring a distinctive silver kada often linked to Lokesh Kanagaraj’s stylistic universe. The film has already been dubbed a “proper pan-Indian film” by co-writer Rathna Kumar, hinting at wide-scale ambition.

Meanwhile, both stars have packed calendars before these projects roll out. Allu Arjun is currently focused on Atlee’s VFX-heavy *Raaka* with Deepika Padukone, while Ram Charan recently wrapped the sports drama *Peddi* alongside Janhvi Kapoor.

For more updates on upcoming Telugu blockbusters, check out the [entertainment section on TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/category/entertainment/).

### FAQs

### **Q1. When will Allu Arjun’s AA23 release?**

 It’s reportedly being planned for a Christmas 2027 release, though this hasn’t been officially confirmed.

### **Q2. Who is directing Ram Charan’s RC17?**

 RC17 is directed by Sukumar, marking his second collaboration with Ram Charan.