Sundeep Kishan's upcoming film Karikaala is planned as a two-part franchise, with the second instalment set for release on October 28, 2027. Prabhas' Spirit is also expected to arrive in theatres on October 29, 2027, setting the stage for a potential box office clash between two Telugu pan-India films during Diwali. Karikaala is directed by Yugandhar Muni, who gained recognition with Shambhala. Catherine Tresa, Gayatri Bharadwaj and Sakshi Madolkar play the female leads. Mahi

Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga revealed that the makers of Prabhas starrer Spirit intends to complete the remaining portions within the next two or three months.