Ustaad Bhagat Singh: 2026 Telugu Action Drama Film Trailer & Review

Movie Name: Ustaad Bhagat Singh
Directed by: Harish Shankar
Starring: Pawan Kalyan, Sreeleela, Ashutosh Rana, Nawab Shah, B. S. Avinash, Gauthami, Chammak Chandra, Giri, Naga Mahesh, Narra Srinu, Temper Vamsi
Genre: Action, Drama, Comedy
Running Time: 154 Minutes
Release Date: March 19, 2026
Production Company: Mythri Movie Makers
Rating:
Budget: ₹150 crore

After his family’s murder by former foes, an IPS officer and his daughter fake deaths. Trouble ensues when the enemies discover their survival, prompting the officer to confront them to safeguard his child.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh: Overview

Ustaad Bhagat Singh is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language action drama film directed by Harish Shankar and produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar, under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers. The film stars Pawan Kalyan as the titular character alongside Sreeleela, Ashutosh Rana, Nawab Shah, B. S. Avinash, Gauthami and Chammak Chandra. It is a remake of the 2016 Tamil film Theri.

The film was announced as Bhavadeeyudu Bhagat Singh on 9 September 2021. It marks the second collaboration of Pawan Kalyan with Harish Shankar after Gabbar Singh (2012). Later in December 2022, title was changed to Ustaad Bhagat Singh. The film’s launch event with a pooja ceremony was held on 11 December 2022 at Ramanaidu Studios with cast and crew.

Sreeleela was cast as the female lead, pairing opposite Kalyan for the first time for Sreeleela. Ashutosh Rana, Nawab Shah, K.G.F fame B. S. Avinash, Gauthami, Naga Mahesh, Narra Srinu, Chammak Chandra, Giri and Temper Vamsi would play important roles.

Principal photography commenced on 5 April 2023. A Police station was erected in Aluminium factory, Hyderabad for film’s first schedule. Leela joined the set on 11 April. First schedule was ended on 15 April. In June 2023, the team erected a massive set for the film’s next schedule.

Devi Sri Prasad is hired as the music director. Music session began in May 2023. Music rights were bagged by Sony Music India.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh: Movie Trailer

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Movie Review:

Pawan Kalyan stands out, but the film feels outdated

Story:

Ustaad Bhagat Singh follows Bhagat Singh (Pawan Kalyan), a man driven by a strong sense of justice and personal values. Positioned as a larger-than-life figure who stands up against wrongdoing, his journey unfolds in a familiar commercial framework where confrontation, ideology and action take centre stage. As he takes on forces of injustice, the narrative moves through a series of conflicts designed to highlight his persona, blending action, drama and moments of social commentary.

Review:

There’s a certain expectation that comes with a Pawan Kalyan film — the aura, the pauses, the punchlines, the moments designed for whistles. Ustaad Bhagat Singh leans heavily into that expectation, building itself around the star rather than the story. And while that approach delivers in bits, it also becomes the film’s biggest limitation.

Director Harish Shankar opts for a familiar commercial template, where hero elevation takes precedence over narrative freshness. The film repeatedly sets up moments for Bhagat Singh to dominate the screen and to be fair, Pawan Kalyan delivers in those pockets. There are stretches where his presence alone lifts the scene, reminding you why he continues to command such a strong following. But between these moments, the film struggles to hold its ground. The writing feels dated, relying on tropes that have long been overused. The first half moves along predictable lines, with comedy that doesn’t always land and sequences that feel more functional than engaging. A few elevation blocks work, but they are not enough to fully sustain interest.

The second half continues in a similar vein, with the narrative lacking grip and cohesion. Scenes feel stretched, and the emotional and dramatic beats don’t always hit with the intended impact. The film often feels like it is moving from one “hero moment” to another, without building a strong enough story to support them. Sreeleela brings energy to her portions, adding liveliness to the screen, while Raashii Khanna offers a more composed presence. However, both characters feel underwritten, limiting the impact they could have had on the story. The supporting cast, including seasoned actors, doesn’t get much scope either, with most roles functioning as extensions of the central narrative rather than fully developed characters.

Technically, the film does what is expected of a commercial entertainer. The background score attempts to amplify key moments, especially during elevation scenes, but it cannot fully compensate for the lack of narrative depth. The overall experience remains uneven, with flashes of engagement surrounded by long stretches that feel routine. The film delivers familiar highs for fans, but as a complete film, it feels stuck in an older template that doesn’t quite hold up today.

Movie Songs:

Song Title: Dekhlenge Saala
Lyrics: Baskarabatla
Music Composer: Devi Sri Prasad
Singer(s): Vishal Dadlani

Song Title: Aura Of Ustaad
Lyrics: Chandrabose
Music Composer: Devi Sri Prasad
Singer(s): Devi Sri Prasad, S. P. Abhishek & The Indian Choral Ensemble

Song Title: Collar Ey Etthara
Lyrics: Kasarla Shyam
Music Composer: Devi Sri Prasad
Singer(s): Ram Miriyala