Producer Sudhakar Mikkilineni has officially confirmed that Jr NTR’s Devara 2 will commence shooting in May 2026, with a theatrical release expected in 2027. The announcement was made at an event in Jangaon on January 27, 2026, ending months of speculation about the project’s status. Director Koratala Siva has completed the full script and awaits Jr NTR’s arrival for principal photography. The sequel will be the third collaboration between Jr NTR and Koratala Siva.
Official Announcement Details
Sudhakar made these comments during an event at Bathukamma Kunta in Jangaon, emphasizing that Devara 2 remains very much in production. The announcement comes after months of conflicting reports about the project’s future, with some sources claiming the film had been shelved due to negative reception of the first installment.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Announcement Date | January 27, 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Announced By | Producer Sudhakar Mikkilineni |
| Production House | Yuvasudha Arts, NTR Arts |
| Shooting Commencement | May 2026 |
| Expected Release | 2027 |
| Director | Koratala Siva (confirmed) |
| Script Status | Completed |
| Previous Collaboration | Janatha Garage (2016), Devara (2024) |
| Announcement Venue | Bathukamma Kunta, Jangaon event |
Devara Part 1 Box Office Performance
Despite the film’s underwhelming box office performance against its massive budget, the makers remained committed to the sequel. Devara Part 1 collected approximately Rs 292 crores across all languages against its reported Rs 300 crore budget, with streaming and satellite rights providing additional revenue that likely made the venture commercially viable.
| Metric | Collection |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | Rs 300 crores (approx) |
| Worldwide Collection | Rs 292 crores (approx) |
| Critical Reception | Mixed reviews |
| Audience Response | Divided opinion |
| Streaming Rights | Contributed significantly |
| Satellite Rights | Additional revenue source |
| International Release | Japanese theatrical release secured |
Jr NTR’s Packed Schedule
Jr NTR is currently busy filming Dragon (his collaboration with Prashanth Neel), which is progressing at a brisk pace. Once he completes this project by summer 2026, he will be available for Devara 2’s May shoot commencement. Beyond these projects, NTR has multiple other films lined up, keeping him occupied through 2028.
| Project | Status | Expected Completion |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon (NTRNeel) | Currently Filming | Summer 2026 |
| Nelson Dilipkumar Film | In Pipeline | Second half 2026 |
| Trivikram Mythological | In Development | 2028+ |
| Hanu Raghavapudi Two-Part | In Discussions | 2028+ |
| Devara 2 | Confirmed May 2026 | 2027 Release |
Devara 2 Sequel Details
The sequel will expand upon the cliffhanger ending of Part 1, explaining why Vara killed his own father. The narrative will shift to more modern times with all characters receiving evolved arcs. Key cast members will reprise their roles: Vara (Jr NTR), Thangam (Janhvi Kapoor), Bhaira (Saif Ali Khan), Singappa (Prakash Raj), and Rayappa (Meka Srikanth).
Vara’s character will have significantly more screen time in the sequel. The film will feature more elaborate water sequences and larger-scale action setpieces compared to the first installment, with international VFX teams brought on board to deliver Hollywood-standard visual quality.
Ending the Shelving Rumors
Multiple sources throughout 2025 speculated that Devara 2 had been shelved, particularly after the first film’s underwhelming theatrical performance.
However, Jr NTR himself confirmed at the MAD Square film success celebration that the sequel was on track. Sudhakar’s official announcement at the Jangaon event provides the definitive confirmation that production will commence as scheduled.
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