Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna reunite on screen for Rahul Sankrityan’s period action drama Ranabaali. The film marks their first on-screen collaboration since their marriage and their third project together after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.
Entertainment desk
October 16, 2026 / 13:15 IST
Ranabaali is set during the period of British colonial rule in India and deals with the hardships faced by the people of Rayalaseema.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have come together on screen again in the period action drama Ranabaali, which is directed by Rahul Sankrityan. The film has attracted eyeballs as it is the first film the couple has worked together on after their marriage and the third film after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.
The film is scheduled to be released in theatres on October 16, 2026, and fans are wondering when it will be available digitally. The film is reportedly heading to Netflix as its OTT destination and will stream after its theatrical run. However, the official streaming date has not yet been announced by the makers.
Ranabaali OTT Release: Where to watch the movie?
Netflix has reportedly been chosen as the digital streaming platform for Ranabaali. The film is likely to be released in multiple languages like Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi, so that audiences across the country can catch the historical drama.
Reports say the streaming platform has been announced, but the exact digital premiere date is yet to be announced. Fans will have to wait for an official update from the makers or Netflix for the film’s online release.
What is Ranabaali all about?
Ranabaali is set during the period of British colonial rule in India and deals with the hardships faced by the people of Rayalaseema. The historical background is the Madras famine of 1876–1878.
Vijay Deverakonda’s character is Singanamala Bobbili Ranabaali, a man who rises against colonial exploitation and British atrocities. Jayamma, a character who is at the heart of his personal journey and resistance, is played by Rashmika Mandanna.
South African actor Arnold Vosloo (The Mummy) plays the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector. The story deals with the effects of colonial policies and Ranabaali’s struggle to save his people from oppression.
The film is directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and presented by T-Series. The music is by Ajay-Atul and the cinematography by Jishnu Bhattacharjee and Nirav Shah. Edited by Karthika Srinivas R.
It’s another collaboration between Vijay Deverakonda and Rahul Sankrityan after Taxiwaala. Vijay and Rashmika have paired up in the past, and their films together have been popular. So there are expectations for their on-screen pairing too.
When will Ranabaali be streaming?
Ranabaali is scheduled to be screened in theatres on October 16, 2026, for the audience. A release date has not yet been revealed, but after its theatrical run, the film will debut on Netflix.
With a historical backdrop, action sequences and the lead pair’s reunion, Ranabaali is expected to draw the attention of viewers who are eager to watch the film on OTT. The makers will make an official announcement of its digital release. More details will be out once an announcement is made.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have come together on screen again in the period action drama Ranabaali, which is directed by Rahul Sankrityan. The film has attracted eyeballs as it is the first film the couple has worked together on after their marriage and the third film after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.
The film is scheduled to be released in theatres on October 16, 2026, and fans are wondering when it will be available digitally. The film is reportedly heading to Netflix as its OTT destination and will stream after its theatrical run. However, the official streaming date has not yet been announced by the makers.
Ranabaali OTT Release: Where to watch the movie?
Netflix has reportedly been chosen as the digital streaming platform for Ranabaali. The film is likely to be released in multiple languages like Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi, so that audiences across the country can catch the historical drama.
Reports say the streaming platform has been announced, but the exact digital premiere date is yet to be announced. Fans will have to wait for an official update from the makers or Netflix for the film’s online release.
What is Ranabaali all about?
Ranabaali is set during the period of British colonial rule in India and deals with the hardships faced by the people of Rayalaseema. The historical background is the Madras famine of 1876–1878.
Vijay Deverakonda’s character is Singanamala Bobbili Ranabaali, a man who rises against colonial exploitation and British atrocities. Jayamma, a character who is at the heart of his personal journey and resistance, is played by Rashmika Mandanna.
South African actor Arnold Vosloo (The Mummy) plays the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector. The story deals with the effects of colonial policies and Ranabaali’s struggle to save his people from oppression.
The film is directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and presented by T-Series. The music is by Ajay-Atul and the cinematography by Jishnu Bhattacharjee and Nirav Shah. Edited by Karthika Srinivas R.
It’s another collaboration between Vijay Deverakonda and Rahul Sankrityan after Taxiwaala. Vijay and Rashmika have paired up in the past, and their films together have been popular. So there are expectations for their on-screen pairing too.
When will Ranabaali be streaming?
Ranabaali is scheduled to be screened in theatres on October 16, 2026, for the audience. A release date has not yet been revealed, but after its theatrical run, the film will debut on Netflix.
With a historical backdrop, action sequences and the lead pair’s reunion, Ranabaali is expected to draw the attention of viewers who are eager to watch the film on OTT. The makers will make an official announcement of its digital release. More details will be out once an announcement is made.
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