Landmark films deserve landmark updates. King100 marks Nagarjuna Akkineni’s 100th movie, and Pinkvilla reports the makers plan to unveil Tabu’s first glimpse on the occasion of Dussehra 2026.

If you follow South cinema, this is a big one. Read on for the details, and see our South cinema updates for more.

King100 : Overview

What’s the Buzz?

According to a source close to the project, the team wants to introduce Tabu in a powerful avatar during the festive season. Pinkvilla describes it as a major update for fans eagerly waiting for the film.

Tabu is reportedly set to play the antagonist, though the makers haven’t confirmed her role. Aishwarya Lekshmi, Sushmita Bhatt and Vijayendra are also expected in pivotal roles.

What We Know About the Story?

The first teaser shows Nagarjuna taking control of a system, climbing its ranks and finally becoming its king. He plays a mastermind who always seems a step ahead, with his usual charm and easy style.

The film appears to follow a hero who takes on systemic injustice while chasing a personal motive that hasn’t been revealed. Nagarjuna has called it a “complete commercial entertainer.”

Reports also suggest the story centres on a father-daughter relationship. De-aging technology may be used to show the actor at different stages of life, from around 25 to 60. Treat that last part as a report, not a confirmation.

Why King100 Matters?

• A career milestone: a hundredth film is a rare achievement, and it carries real emotional weight for fans.
• A strong face-off: a villain played by Tabu could give the hero real competition.
• A festive release: a Christmas-season date gives it a good holiday slot.
• Fresh updates ahead: a Dussehra glimpse keeps the buzz alive well before December.

Nagarjuna’s long career is well documented on Wikipedia if you want the full backstory.

Related Projects: Where Else to Watch the Stars

1. King100 (December 24, 2026)
The main event, covered above. It’s a mass entertainer with an emotional core and a milestone tag.

2. Coolie (already released)
Nagarjuna was last seen in this Rajinikanth film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. He played Simon, a powerful figure whose past puts him at odds with the protagonist. The cast also included Upendra Rao, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan and Sathyaraj, with special cameos by Aamir Khan and Pooja Hegde.

3. Slum Dog: 33 Temple Road (upcoming)
Tabu stars opposite Vijay Sethupathi in this action film directed by Puri Jagannadh. Pinkvilla’s sidebar describes a glimpse introducing her as a ruthless character named Gauri Hegde. No release date was mentioned in this article.

Conclsuion

King100 is positioning itself as a celebration, and a Tabu reveal at Dussehra fits that mood. If the villain is as formidable as the buzz suggests, the film could be a strong festive release. Keep an eye out for the glimpse this week.

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